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Moroccan Mint

Herb

Mentha spicata 'Moroccan'

Overview
The traditional mint of North African tea culture, prized for its intensely sweet flavor and exceptional fragrance. This spearmint variety produces vibrant green leaves with a refreshing, clean taste that's less aggressive than peppermint. Perfect for the classic Moroccan mint tea and a beautiful, aromatic addition to any herb garden.
Planting
Start from cuttings or divisions in spring. Can direct sow seeds but germination is slow and uneven.
Growing
Sun: partial. Soil pH: 6–7. Space plants 12" apart. Germination: 10-16.
Pests & diseases
Common pests: Aphids, spider mites, mint flea beetles. Common diseases: Mint rust, verticillium wilt, root rot in poorly drained soils.