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- These mints are completely hardy
- Here, Gvatter Frost can do no damage
- Do not forego winter protection in the bucket
- Tips & Tricks
These mints are completely hardy
Not all types of mint and varieties are freezing cold temperatures unconditionally. Join us here on a journey through the diverse offer of winter-friendly mints. These species and varieties can do without winter protection.
Here, Gvatter Frost can do no damage
As mint family, mints are classic representatives of perennial, herbaceous, awake herb plants. This designation implies that after the first frost the aboveground shoots wither. The underground rhizomes, however, remain in the ground to expel again the following spring. The following types and varieties cope with overwintering without significant safeguards:
On the rise in the ranking of the best hardy mints is the lemon mint (Mentha × gentilis var. Citrata). Not to be confused with the popular lemon balm that belongs to another genus.
Do not forego winter protection in the bucket
The frostiness of a mint may still be so pronounced; in the pot on the balcony every plant needs protection during the winter. Since only the rather thin wall of the bucket is between the bitterly cold winds and the root ball, the rhizomes threaten to freeze. If there are temperature fluctuations, this stress tears the tissue cells and the mint dies. Therefore, make these arrangements:
If the winter comes with cold frost, the plants threaten to dry up. Prudent hobby gardeners water the hardy mints on a frost-free day.
Tips & Tricks
The Red Raripila Mint (Mentha × smithiana, Rubra ') sets subtle splashes of color in the herb and aromatic garden. The winter hardy variety impresses with red stems, where dark green leaves frolicking. From July, a purple flower enhances the high ornamental value of this mint. For sweets and fragrance potpourri, Rubra is an asset.
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