PatternBaseWild Mint
Mentha arvensis, Lamiaceae
Zones
3–9
Layer
Ground Cover
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Fast
Guild Roles
Ground CoverPest ConfuserBeneficial Insect HabitatPollinator Attractor
Growing Conditions
Sun
Partial Shade (preferred)Full Sun (tolerated)
Water
High (established)High (seedling)
Soil pH
6 – 7.5
Tolerances
Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.
Companion Plants
Antagonistic Plants
Uses
Functions
Culinary HerbMedicinal HerbPest DeterrentWetland Restoration
Edible Parts
LeavesFlowers
Medicinal Uses
Digestive AidRespiratory SupportHeadache Relief
Common Questions
What zones does Wild Mint grow in?
Wild Mint grows in USDA hardiness zones 3 through 9.
What are good companion plants for Wild Mint?
Good companions for Wild Mint include Lake Sedge, Awl-fruited Sedge.
Design guilds with Wild Mint and see companion relationships visually.
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