The home bartender’s guide to growing mint, basil, and beyond for garden-fresh drinks.Something is taking root in mixology.

Mint is a rapidly growing perennial herb. It’s an essential cocktail herb, whether muddling it into a mojito or a mint julep!

Make the most out of that overgrown mint plant you always seem to have plenty of. Here’s a mint Mojito pedicure recipe you can make at home for your own instant spa retreat.

Grow your own mint — even in winter By Barbara Damrosch Special to The Washington Post Tuesday, February 2, 2016 2:16pm Life ...

The mint found its way out of the pot, and Denham found herself with a new weeding chore. The rampant apple mint turned out to be a mixed blessing, though. Its scent is appealing.

In the gallery ahead, we've picked 10 plants that are great to have on hand for cooking, but you can also check out your local gardening center or home improvement store for even more ideas.