Korean Mint

A close cousin of anise-hyssop but with scent and flavour more like mint rather than anise or licorice. Throws up tall purple flower spikes and mint-like leaves. Bees love the nectar-rich flowers! Leaf infusion makes an uplifting tea. Leaves provide a unique seasoning for meats and dressings. Korean mint is a warming herb known to help clear fevers and also aid in digestion, chest ailments and many other conditions. Easy to grow and blooms from July to September. Prefers well-drained, moist, loam in full sun. Height 40in (100cm). Spread 18in (45cm).