No question about it, mint gets carried away with itself. Underground runners enable this plant to spread quickly. Give it a built-in barrier, however, and you can enjoy all the beauty, aroma and flavor of mint and, at the same time, keep it in its place. The key is to keep the roots from spreading. Aluminum sheeting, available at hardware stores, also works well as a barrier for mint.
Pineapple mint is excellent for jellies and potpourri.
Grapefruit mint is a great addition to fruit salads. Try chocolate mint in desserts. A cup of steaming-hot black peppermint tea is a bracing treat.