Pineapple Mint

Pineapple mint is a hardy aromatic perennial with variegated green and cream foliage. It has a fragrant, fruity scent, perfect for herbal teas, fruit salads, desserts, and container growing.

Format

Hardiness Zone 4 and above

Difficulty level Easy

Family Lamiaceae

Pineapple mint is a perennial aromatic plant much appreciated for its green and cream variegated foliage and its fresh, fruity, and slightly sweet scent reminiscent of pineapple. It adds a beautiful bright touch to herb gardens, edible containers, window boxes, and patio pots. Its decorative foliage allows it to be used as much for its culinary interest as for its ornamental effect in edible landscapes.

Easy to grow, pineapple mint prefers a location in soft sun or partial shade, in fertile, fresh, and well-drained soil. It appreciates regular watering to maintain tender, fragrant foliage that is pleasant to harvest. Like most mints, it can spread extensively in the garden, so it is recommended to grow it in a pot or a delimited space to better control its growth. Frequent pruning promotes a denser plant and continuous production of new aromatic leaves.

Very versatile in the kitchen, pineapple mint is ideal for flavoring infusions, iced teas, lemonades, cocktails, fruit salads, desserts, fresh sauces, and summer dishes. Its leaves can be used fresh to add a fruity and refreshing note to recipes. It is an excellent plant for gardeners looking for an easy, productive, fragrant, and decorative herb, perfect for an edible garden or an outdoor relaxation area.