Is it OK to use mint from my garden in cooking, even thought it has started flowering?!?

Question

Is it OK to use mint from my garden in cooking, even thought it has started flowering?!?

Answer 1

yes

Answer 2

Yes - just pinch off the flowers and compost them.

Answer 3

only one way to find out

Answer 4

yes it is ok if not the best to use the leaves and flowers in cooking also the flowers make a nice garnish

Answer 5

fine to use leaves not flowers though

Answer 6

I always have!

I only really use the newish growth which I think is nicer and also keeps the plant in check.

Answer 7

yes you can use them, but i advise you to pinch the flower heads off to make your plant grow thicker, then you will have lots more leaves on it to make more mint sauce.