Mentha 'Mint': Chocolate

Mentha × piperita f. citrata ‘Chocolate’, also known as Chocolate Mint, is a perennial herb cultivar of peppermint. Growers cultivated this herb to smell like what most describe as Andes Mints. Fresh leaves can be added to drinks like tea or coffee for a kick. Chocolate Mint is darker in appearance than its relatives, with darker stems and dark green foliage. However, similar to other mint species it will spread easily in the ground, so plant this herb in a container to control it. It features purple flowers in the summer that are rich in pollen and nectar, a wonderful addition to a pollinator garden. Expect bees, butterflies, moths and other visitors. This plant is hardy to zones 3-9. It can be propagated via cuttings, runners or division.

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Chocolate Mint thrives in full sun to partial shade, requiring at least 4-6 hours of direct sunlight daily. While it enjoys bright light, it prefers some afternoon shade in from our hot Charleston climates to prevent wilting.

This plant requires consistently moist, well-draining soil, typically needing 1–2 inches of water per week. Water when the top 2–3 inches of soil are dry, increasing frequency during our hot Charleston summer months or for container-grown plants. Avoid waterlogged soil to prevent root rot.

This plant will act as a weed if planted in the ground. We recommend potting this plant. Shop our selection of indoor and outdoor pots, here.

Proper nutrition is important to the health of your plant and its longevity. To ensure your plant is getting the appropriate nutrition, use a fertilizer labelled for this plant type and apply according to the label.