Water Mint (Mentha Aquatica) is a perennial herb in the Lamiaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires very high watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 5-10. This plant is safe for cats and dogs. It can be grown indoors.

Mentha aquatica is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe, northwest Africa, and southwest Asia, commonly found in wet habitats such as streams, marshes, and pond edges.

Water Mint

Water Mint

Mentha Aquatica

Mentha aquatica is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe, northwest Africa, and southwest Asia, commonly found in wet habitats such as streams, marshes, and pond edges.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
very high
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
5-10

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, silty, peaty
Indoor:Yes
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, pollinator attractant, specimen

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Water Mint

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

Humidity Trick

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Growth Hack

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Taxonomy

Family:Lamiaceae
Genus:Mentha