Logee’s Mint

Description

I think Mentha × piperita ‘Logee’s’ is named after Logee’s Greenhouses, a renowned specialist nursery in Danielson, Connecticut, USA. The nursery, founded in 1892, is well known for introducing and popularising rare and unusual plants, particularly tropicals, herbs, and scented varieties.

‘Logee’s’ peppermint likely originated from their extensive mint collection or was first propagated and circulated by them. The name is both a nod to provenance and an indicator of its horticultural pedigree. While detailed origin notes are scarce, its distinct variegation and limited availability strongly suggest a cultivar stabilised and distributed through their efforts — probably sometime in the late 20th century.

What truly sets ‘Logee’s’ apart is its unusual foliage: the leaves are splashed with creamy variegation in irregular, painterly patterns, rather than trimmed edges—giving the plant a marbled, almost frosted look. The stems are often tinged in a rich reddish tone, which complements the bright cream-and-green foliage beautifully.

Add a dash of distinction to your herb collection with Mentha × piperita ‘Logee’s’, a striking variegated peppermint prized for both its flavour and foliage. With a classic mentholated aroma and cooling taste, this peppermint is perfect for a wide range of culinary uses, especially where visual appeal is just as important as flavour.

As mentioned its cream-splashed leaves are dramatically marbled rather than edged—creating a frothy, dappled effect that makes it a natural standout in summer salads, fruit platters, and fresh cheese dishes. Not only does it add a refreshing zing, but it also lends a decorative element that elevates even the simplest meal.

A compact grower, ‘Logee’s’ thrives in containers and borders, where its reddish stems and ornamental foliage can be shown off to best effect. While a hardy peppermint, it benefits from some winter protection, particularly due to the more delicate nature of its variegated leaves.

Whether for the plate or the planter, ‘Logee’s’ is a garden gem—combining culinary versatility, peppermint clarity, and exquisite colour in one compact plant.