China

East Central China

Physical Description
Hefei, the Chinese growing region is located in East Central China. It lies between the Yangtze River and the Huaihe River. The region is also home to Chaohu Lake, one of the largest freshwater lakes in China.

Elevation
123 ft (37 m).

Irrigation
Irrigation water in this region primarily comes from the Huai River basin, Hongze Lake and the Subei Canal.

Mint Varieties
Corn Mint (Mentha arvensis), Peppermint (Mentha piperita), Spearmint (Mentha spicata)

Mint Oil Profile:
Peppermint: Dry, Sweet End Notes, Thin, Bland
Scotch Spearmint: Medicinal, Phenolic, Carvone, Some Sweetness
DMO: Green, Strong, Sharp, Earthy