Spearmint is one of the world's most widely loved and useful herbs — the strong, refreshing fragrance and clean, sweet-cool flavor make it essential for lemonade, iced tea, mojitos, Middle Eastern tabbouleh and tzatziki, Indian chutneys, and countless other preparations where its bright, invigorating character elevates every dish it touches. Easy to grow in containers where its spreading habit is managed, spearmint returns reliably year after year and provides an endless supply of fresh leaves throughout the growing season.