Mentha requienii

Sale Mentha requienii in 14 cm pot, commonly known as climbing mint or Corsican mint, is a small perennial plant belonging to the Lamiaceae family. Requieni mint is a low-growing plant that forms dense, compact carpets. Its size usually reaches 5 to 10 centimeters in height, but it can expand considerably in width.

The leaves of Mentha requienii are small, round and bright green. They may have a light fuzz on the surface.

One of the most distinctive characteristics of this plant is its intense minty aroma. The leaves emit a fresh, minty scent when crushed or rubbed.

The plant produces small pink or lavender flowers. Flowers may appear during spring and summer. Mentha requienii prefers well-drained and sunny soil. It grows naturally among rocks or on calcareous soils. It is known for its durability and adaptability to difficult terrain conditions.

Because of its intense scent and flavor, climbing mint is often used as an ornamental plant in rock gardens or as a ground cover. Additionally, it is prized as an aromatic plant and is sometimes grown for use in cooking. This mint is generally hardy and low maintenance. However, it can become invasive in some conditions, so it is advisable to contain its expansion, for example by planting it in pots or borders.