The various species of mint are temperate or mild climate plants, which withstand very low temperatures.
It can be grown in sunny places or in partial shade with strong light.
The recommended space between plants is 30 to 40cm between plants.
Bowles apple mint
Mentha suaveolens
It is a strongly fragrant plant with nearly round wrinkles leaves and pinkish - lilac flowers.
This plant is perennial and of the lamaceae family.
Mints came from the Mediterranean region, where it grows spontaneously, however it is planted all over the world.
It was already used by the Romans to perfume their baths and it is believed that they introduced it to Europe.
It is used in infusions, juices, cocktails, liqueurs and desserts.
In medicinal terms, this plant has tonic, digestive and antiseptic properties.
Peppermint
Very used in the manufacture of chewing gums and toothpastes.
Chocolate mint
Sweet and refreshing aroma that seems like the popular chocolate, "After Eight".
Pineapple mint
With a slight scent of pineapple, it is great to use in salads, fruit salads and juices.
Hart's pennyroyal
Especially popular in Algarve, where it is used as an aromatic herb to flavor the stews.
Water mint
Have a strong and minty taste and exudes an intense perfume.
Spearmint
One of its most popular uses is as a medicinal plant.