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Mentha spicata 'Himalayan Silver' (Mint)
Mentha spicata 'Himalayan Silver' (Mint)
Silvery-leaved mint • Gentle spearmint flavor • Beautiful purple flower spikes.
🌱 6-plant minimum per order — mix & match any varieties
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📦 Ships in a 2⅜” square x 3¾” deep band pot — well-rooted & ready to plant
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Himalayan Silver Mint is a striking and graceful mint with soft, silvery-green foliage that brightens garden beds, borders, and containers. The leaves have a gentle spearmint flavor—fresh and clean without being overpowering—making it a favorite for teas, drinks, and light desserts.
In summer, long spikes of light purple flowers rise above the foliage, adding height and movement to the garden. These blooms are lovely both fresh and dried, making this mint a rare combination of culinary herb and cut-flower plant.
Like most mints, it grows enthusiastically and benefits from being grown in containers or with root control. It’s hardy, adaptable, and easy to grow—perfect for gardeners who enjoy harvesting often.
Best Uses
- Tea and herbal drinks
- Fresh garnishes
- Cut and dried flowers
- Containers and raised beds
- Ornamental herb gardens
Plant Details
- Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
- Botanical Name: Mentha spicata
- Common Name: Himalayan Silver Mint
- Height x Width: 2 ft. x 2 ft.
- USDA Zones: 4–9
- Sun Exposure: Full sun to partial shade
- Water Needs: Regular water
- Growth Habit: Spreading
- Foliage: Silvery green
- Bloom Color: Light purple
- Bloom Time: Summer
- Fragrance Strength: Mild, fresh mint
Culinary Uses
Himalayan Silver Mint has a mild spearmint flavor, ideal for fresh use.
Use in:
- Hot and iced teas
- Lemonade and summer drinks
- Fruit salads and desserts
- Garnishes and syrups
- Light savory dishes
Pairs Well With
In the kitchen and garden, Himalayan Silver Mint pairs beautifully with:
- Lemon balm – gentle citrus-mint teas
- Lavender – floral-mint blends
- Strawberries – classic summer pairing
- Chamomile – calming herbal infusions
Who This Is Best For
Himalayan Silver Mint is a great choice if you:
- Love herbs that are also ornamental plants
- Prefer a milder mint flavor
- Enjoy making tea and summer drinks
- Want flowers for fresh or dried arrangements
- Don’t mind managing a spreading plant
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.
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