Aromás változatos menta - Mentha suaveolens 'Calixte' - biológiai termesztés

Mentha suaveolens 'Calixte', also known as apple-scented mint, is a fragrant perennial plant from the Lamiaceae family. It is distinguished by its oval, slightly velvety leaves of deep green, strongly variegated, with serrated edges and often covered with fine hairs, giving it a soft texture to the touch. The leaves have a strong and pleasant mint scent, often with fruity or citrus notes, making it popular in aromatic gardens and decorations.

The plant produces small, pale lilac-white flowers arranged in dense clusters on stems that can reach a height of 30-60 cm. It is valued for its hardiness and ability to grow in varied conditions, including poorer soils or semi-shaded places. Being a vigorous plant, it spreads quickly through rhizomes, so it sometimes requires control to prevent it from invading other areas of the garden.

'Calixte' is often used in teas, culinary dishes, and infusions due to its pleasant aroma and the therapeutic properties associated with plants of the Mentha genus.

It withstands cold as well as traditional varieties and is considered free of pests, the specific scent and essential oils it contains being a good repellent.

Height including pot: 20-30 cm
The plant’s appearance changes depending on the season, leaf maturity, pruning, etc.