Mojito Mint

Also known as ‘Cuban mint’, although mojito mint is known as Yerba Buena in Cuba.

Mojito mint is grown the same as any other mint and can be used the same as any mint.

All mints prefer, and thrive in, cool, moist spots in partial shade. In general, mints tolerate a wide range of conditions, and can also be grown in full sun.

They are fast growing, extending their reach along surfaces through a network of runners. Due to their speedy growth, one plant of each desired mint, along with a little care, will provide more than enough mint for home use. Some mint species are more invasive than others. Even with the less invasive mints, care should be taken when mixing any mint with any other plants, lest the mint take over. To control mints in an open environment, mints should be planted in deep, bottomless containers sunk in the ground, or planted above ground in tubs and barrels.

Mints are supposed to make good companion plants, repelling pest insects and attracting beneficial ones. Mints are susceptible to whitefly and aphids.

Harvesting of mint leaves can be done at any time. Fresh mint leaves should be used immediately or stored up to a couple of days in plastic bags in a refrigerator. Optionally, mint can be frozen in ice cube trays. Dried mint leaves should be stored in an airtight container placed in a cool, dark, dry area. In any case, fresh (or frozen) mint leaves are much preferable to the dry.

Ernest Hemingway made the mojito famous in his writings, but the drink itself dates back several hundred years.

We include the recipe for traditional Mojito drink with every Mojito Mint plant we sell.

3 inch pot – $3.00