Mentha suaveolens, Also 'Round Leaf Mint' - Hardy perennial, A wonderfully aromatic, fragrant, herbaceous, upright Hardy perennial plant that is most commonly grown as a culinary herb or for ground cover. Easy to grow, preferring full sun to lightly shady conditions. The leaves are used to make apple mint jelly, as well as a flavouring in dishes, & often used to make a mint tea, as a garnish, or in salads & add extra zip to peas and potatoes. Has been used for medicinal purposes for thousands of years in many parts of the world. (Ht 16 to 19 in) It will spread, Seed Count Approx - 225+ avg SOWING - Sow seeds directly into the garden in early spring. Can also self-seed if some flowers are allowed to go to seed. Pinch back if leggy Can also be propagated by root division