Peppermint Geranium (Pelargonium tomentosum)

Family: Geraniaceae | Edibility: Edible (1/5)

Pelargonium tomentosum is an evergreen Shrub growing to 0.5 m (1ft 8in) by 0.7 m (2ft 4in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 9 and is frost tender. It is in leaf all year, in flower from May to July. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils and prefers well-drained 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

flavouring cakes, puddings, pies, biscuits etc. — The leaves and flowers have a strong mint scent and are used for flavouring cakes, puddings, pies, biscuits etc.; A peppermint-flavoured tea is infused from the fresh leaves.

Habitat & North American Range

Semi-shaded moist places. Sandy soils on the margins of forests along streams. (Zone 8)