Red Raripila. An aromatic, spreading perennial with leaves tinted red. Dense clusters of lilac flowers in summer. Max Height 1m. Max Spread 1.2m. Flowers June to August. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Mentha x smithiana
An aromatic, spreading perennial with leaves tinted red. Dense clusters of lilac flowers in summer.
Category: Herbs
Additional information
Generic | Mentha |
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Species | x smithiana |
Varietry | |
Common Name | Red Raripila |
Flower Colour | lilac |
Soil | Poor |
Aspect | Full sun |
Foliage | Herbaceous |
Height | 1m |
Family | Labiatae |
Spread | 1.2m |
Growth Speed | Fast |
Growth Habit | Spreading |
Fragrance | FALSE |
Foliage Colour | green, red |
Flowers From | June, August |
Colour Fruit | |
Fruits When | |
Moisture | Moist |
Protection | |
Hardiness | Hardy |
Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
Care | Cut back after flowering |
Border | Herb garden, Border |
Toxicity | |
Pruning | |
Pruning Time | |
Pests and diseases | |
Maintenance | |
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