Mentha arvensis 'Banana'
Uses: Culinary/Beverage/Aromatic

Duration: Perennial (hardy in zones 5-9)

This delightful mint from France is one of Danny's top 5 favorites for it's aromatic scent. Banana Mint has unusual banana scented leaves! Banana mint has a low growing creeping and trailing habit that makes this variety wonderful for containers and hanging baskets. 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? This Banana scent makes you instantly think of Banana candy you had as a kid.