Herb
Variegated Apple Mint
B tier
Variegated apple mint shows cream-splashed fuzzy leaves with mild fruity mint taste—dual ornamental and light culinary use. Infuse syrups; chop finely if eating raw fuzz. Less vigorous culinary punch than spearmint.
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Preparations
DriedFreshGarnishInfusedSauceTeaTorn
Traits
Cream EdgesDecorativeFruityFuzzyMildMild FruityOrnamental CulinaryVariegated
History
Variegated sports of apple mint were propagated.
Ornamental herb gardens featured variegated apple mint.
Variegated apple mint sold widely in garden centres.
Chefs used leaves for decorative dessert plates.