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Mentha 'Chocolate' (mint)
Mentha 'Chocolate' (mint)
📦 Shipping is charged at real carrier rates.We don’t mark up shipping—costs reflect distance from our nursery and careful plant packing.
🌱 6-plant minimum per order — mix & match any varieties
📦 Ships in a 2⅜” square x 3¾” deep band pot — well-rooted & ready to plant
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Chocolate mint is a bold, fragrant perennial known for its dark purple stems, pointed green leaves, and strong peppermint-like flavor. While the name suggests chocolate, the scent and taste are closer to rich, classic peppermint with a hint of sweetness that makes it especially popular for drinks and desserts.
This variety grows vigorously and produces plenty of fresh leaves for regular harvesting. From summer into early fall, small lavender flowers appear and attract bees and other beneficial insects, adding pollinator value alongside its culinary appeal.
Like all mints, chocolate mint spreads through underground runners and can quickly take over garden space if left unchecked. For best results, it is often grown in containers or contained beds where it can be enjoyed without becoming invasive.
We grow and select this variety for its strong flavor, fast growth, and reliable performance.
WHY GARDENERS LOVE CHOCOLATE MINT
- Intense peppermint flavor and aroma
- Attractive dark purple stems
- Excellent for drinks and desserts
- Fast-growing and productive
- Strong pollinator appeal
- Easy to grow and harvest
HOW IT GROWS
- Plant type: Herbaceous perennial
- Growth habit: Spreading, clump-forming
- Sun: Full sun to partial shade
- Soil: Moist, well-drained soil
- Water: Regular; prefers consistent moisture
- Hardiness: USDA Zones 4–10
- Additional traits: Fast growing, pollinator friendly
Chocolate mint performs best when kept evenly moist and given room or containment to manage spreading.
SIZE & BLOOM
- Height × Width: ~2 ft. × 2 ft.
- Bloom time: Summer
- Flower color: Pale lavender
- Foliage: Green with purple stems
- Fragrance: Strong peppermint
CULINARY & HOME USES
Chocolate mint is especially loved for:
- Hot chocolate and mocha drinks
- Iced teas and lemonades
- Desserts and baked goods
- Syrups and sauces
- Fresh garnishes
Its bold flavor stands up well in both hot and cold recipes.
BEST USES
- Herb gardens
- Tea and drink gardens
- Container plantings
- Patio and kitchen gardens
- Pollinator-friendly plantings
Chocolate mint is a fun, flavorful herb that brings strong scent, fast growth, and easy harvests to any garden space.
POT SIZE: 2⅜” square x 3¾” deep band pot
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What to Expect With Your Plants
What size plants will I receive?
Most plants ship in 2 3/8” x 3 3/4” band pots—ideal for healthy root growth.
Top growth varies by variety and season, but every plant arrives well-rooted, actively growing, and ready to plant.
Grown naturally without artificial heat or lights, our plants are hardy, adaptable, and ready to thrive in real garden conditions.
When will my plants ship?
We schedule plant orders based on your area’s average last frost date and when each plant is truly ready to ship. You’ll receive an email with your estimated ship date once your order is scheduled.
Orders ship Monday–Wednesday via UPS or USPS (2–3 day service), so your plants arrive before the weekend and spend less time in transit. Shipping begins in spring—usually mid-April—when weather and plant health align, so your plants arrive strong, well-rooted, and ready to thrive.
Do you guarantee your plants?
We stand behind our plants and our packing process. While we can't control weather or how plants are cared for after arrival, we do guarantee that your plants will arrive healthy and in good condition. If there's an issue, just reach out and we're happy to help.
Are your plants inspected for plant health and disease?
Yes. Our nursery is inspected at least twice each year by the Oregon Department of Agriculture and meets state plant health and disease standards.
Why does shipping cost what it does for live plants?
Shipping live plants requires careful packaging, seasonal timing, and fast transit to ensure they arrive healthy.
Our shipping rates are calculated in real time based on box size, weight, and destination, and we always select the best available option for safe, timely delivery.
We never inflate shipping costs — you pay what it costs us to ship your order safely.
Have more questions?
We want you to feel good about your plant order. Find answers about shipping, sizing, care, and guarantees in our full FAQ.