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Spearmint

Mentha spicata

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Field Notes

Description:

Spearmint plants, approximately two feet tall with spikes of small blue flowers and aromatic leaves. Add a few Spearmint leaves to a glass of homemade lemonade for a refreshing summertime drink. Mint Julep is a mint-flavored mixed drink for adults.

Habitat:

The Children’s Garden at Hollin Meadows Science and Math Focus School. Related Resource: http://www.fcps.edu/HollinMeadowsES/

Notes:

Copyright © 2011 Walter Sanford. All rights reserved. www.wsanford.com

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Mentha spicata

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Bog sage

Salvia uliginosa

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