Mentha ‘Jessica’s Sweet Pear’ [Mint]

Name: Mentha 'Jessica's Sweet Pear' [Mint]
SKU: 199783
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Mentha ‘Jessica’s Sweet Pear’ [Mint] in a 1 litre plastic nursery pot.

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Summary

Description

Mentha 'Jessica's Sweet Pear' is a cultivar of mint, a perennial herb in the Lamiaceae family. It is known for its attractive and fragrant leaves that have a sweet pear-like aroma and flavor. The leaves can be used fresh or dried to flavor a variety of dishes, particularly in Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisine, and also to make teas and other beverages. The plant also produces small, purple flowers that are not edible. 'Jessica's Sweet Pear' is a low-maintenance and hardy plant that can be grown in a variety of soils and prefers partial to full sun. It can be invasive if not kept in check, so it's best to grow it in a container or in a designated area of the garden. The sweet and unique aroma of this cultivar makes it a great addition to any culinary and ornamental garden.

Key Facts

Common Name(s):Jessica's Sweet Pear Mint
Hardiness:Fully hardy
How big will I get? Mentha 'Jessica's Sweet Pear' can grow to a height of 0.5m and a spread of 0.5m.
Did You Know That:Mint is a fast-growing plant, it can quickly spread through underground runners and can become invasive if not controlled?

Plant Calendar

A rough guide to how this plant will change through the year.

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	June	July	Aug	Sept	Oct	Nov	Dec
Flowering Time
Foliage Colour

J	F	M	A	M	J	J	A	S	O	N	D

Care Guide

Soil Requirements

Mentha 'Jessica's Sweet Pear' thrives in wet or damp soil with decent drainage or in poorly draining soil. This plant can grow in soil with a wide range of pH levels, it is not picky about the pH level of the soil.

Best Position

Mentha 'Jessica's Sweet Pear' can handle either an exposed or a sheltered position and can cope with either full sun or partial shade.

Maintenance

Mentha 'Jessica's Sweet Pear' should be cut back after it finishes flowering will promote growth the following year by redirecting energy from seed production and foliage maintenance to root growth.

Pest, Diseases and Wildlife

Mentha 'Jessica's Sweet Pear' is generally pest free, it can be vulnerable to certain diseases such as powdery mildews and rust. It is also known to attract bees, butterflies and other pollinators. It is toxic to cats and dogs.