Fruity, Refreshing Culinary Mint for Abundant Harvests
Experience a new level of flavor with Mint ‘Berries & Cream’, a vigorous perennial herb that delights the senses with its smooth mint profile and subtle hint of fruit. Maturing quickly, this fast-growing variety reaches up to 24 inches tall and is prized for its lush, aromatic foliage. Its unique flavor has made it a favorite for creative cooks and gardeners alike, adding a delightful twist to desserts, beverages, and fresh garnishes. With a reputation for easy growth and generous yields, ‘Berries & Cream’ Mint is a must-have for any herb garden.
This mint stands out for its versatility in the kitchen. The leaves impart a refreshing, fruity-mint taste that elevates fruit salads, ice cream, cocktails, and even a simple glass of water. Its robust growth ensures a steady supply for culinary adventures, while its beautiful green foliage adds ornamental value to garden beds and containers. As a perennial, it returns year after year, providing lasting value and flavor for your homegrown harvests.
Mint ‘Berries & Cream’ thrives in full sun to part shade and prefers consistently moist, well-drained soil. Space plants 18–24 inches apart to allow for their vigorous spreading habit. Regular harvesting encourages bushier growth and prevents the plant from becoming leggy. For best flavor, pick leaves in the morning just before flowering. This mint can be grown in containers to control its spread or directly in garden beds for a lush, aromatic patch.
Growing Success Tips:
- Plant in containers or use barriers in garden beds to manage spreading.
- Keep soil consistently moist, especially during hot weather.
- Harvest regularly to promote bushy growth and maintain peak flavor.
- Provide partial shade in very hot climates to prevent leaf scorch.
Mint ‘Berries & Cream’ is the perfect choice for gardeners and home chefs seeking a unique, easy-to-grow herb that delivers both flavor and beauty. Enjoy bountiful harvests and endless culinary creativity with this standout mint variety.
For the most intense flavor, harvest leaves early in the day before the sun is at its peak.
Product Features
- Botanical Name: Mentha spp. ‘Berries & Cream’
- Height: Up to 24 inches
- Growth Rate: Fast and vigorous
- Flavor: Smooth mint with a fruity hint
- Hardiness: Perennial
- Light: Full sun to part shade
- Soil: Moist, well-drained
- Water: Keep consistently moist
- Spacing: 18–24 inches apart
- Maintenance: Low; regular harvesting recommended
Key Benefits
- Unique fruity-mint flavor perfect for desserts, drinks, and garnishes
- Vigorous, easy-to-grow perennial with abundant harvests
- Attractive foliage adds beauty to gardens and containers
- Returns year after year for lasting culinary enjoyment
