| Banana Mint |
Mentha arvensis 'Banana'
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| Uses: Culinary/Beverage/Aromatic |
Duration: Perennial (hardy in zones 5-9) |
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This mint from France really smells of bananas! Squeeze the leaves and the remarkable scent bursts forth. The unexpected fruitiness inspires a creative gastronomic tangent. Dazzle friends and family with banana mint tea, julep, or ice cream; or how about banana mint cookies and muffins?
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