Common Name   SPEARMINT     MENTHA SPICATA   Zone   Zone 4   Type   Perennial   Dimension   Height : 75 cm. - spread : 60 cm.   Site   Partly sunny.   Soil   Rich, moist, well-drained soil.   Harvest   The young leaves, when the plant is in bloom.   Conservation   The leaves: dried or frozen, in oil or pickled.   Culinary use   Use the fresh leaves in salads ( cucumbers, tabouli ), drinks, with grilled meat, brochettes, meat balls or crystallised in fixings.         Landscaping   It has a nice, light fragrance. It can be planted in an isolated clump. Excellent plant for pots.     Interior plant   Without object   Uses   Soon!