Mentha Aquatica NATIVE water mint being part of the Mint family and roots readily either in wet ground or in water. Mint aroma with cluster heads of lilac flowers. The mint can spread and needs to be cut back regularly. Mentha aquatica is good for creating areas to encourage wildlife including ideal habitat for newts. Another benefit if allowed to grow freely it will use plenty of surplus nutrients so help to keep pond or container water free from algae. The flowerheads are loved by bees