Hart's Pennyroyal (Mentha cervina)

Family: Lamiaceae or Labiatae | Edibility: Edible (3/5)

Mentha cervina is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.3 m (1ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 7 and is not frost tender. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. It is noted for attracting wildlife. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and can grow in heavy clay soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

The leaves have a strong spearmint fragrance and can be used to make a herb tea. — The leaves have a strong spearmint fragrance and can be used to make a herb tea.

Habitat & North American Range

Damp places. (Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9)