Peppermint dormant root cuttings
HEALTH BENEFITS
Aromatic and very flavourful, peppermint is wonderful for the digestive system, acting as a carminative to reduce gas, ease nausea and sooth cramping. It is an uplifting herb and cooling to the body.
Leaves can be used fresh or dried for herbal teas. Simply steep 1 tsp of dried leaves or 1 Tbsp of fresh leaves in 1 cup of boiling water for 5 minutes.
Review for our peppermint: "Best peppermint tea! I love this peppermint tea, it’s so minty and a little goes a long way. Best peppermint tea I’ve tried" JW
Above: Peppermint grown at KoruKai Herb Farm, New Zealand.
Planting Instructions:
Peppermint does have the tendency to spread so plant it where it can spread or plant into a pot or a bed with some edging in place.
Peppermint loves water, but not being waterlogged. Make sure to water well over the dry summer period. Don't water the leaves to prevent rust.
Plant in a sheltered site in full sun or partial shade. Prepare the soil with compo...
- Store:
- KoruKai Herb Farm
- Price:
- $9.90