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Mint
Mentha spicata
A vigorous, fast-spreading herb with a refreshing aroma. Perfect for teas, cocktails, and cooking. Best grown in containers to control its spread.
Difficulty
easy
Sunlight
Partial to Full Sun (4-6 hours)
Watering
Regular — keep soil evenly moist
Growth Time
90 days to full harvest
How to Grow
Plant cuttings or transplants in moist, rich soil. Mint spreads aggressively, so containers are recommended. Harvest frequently by cutting stems above a leaf pair to encourage bushy growth. Grows well indoors on a windowsill.
Growth Phases
1
Establishment (1-2 weeks)
Roots take hold and first shoots appear
2
Vegetative (3-4 weeks)
Rapid spreading via runners and stems
3
Harvest Ready (Ongoing)
Leaves are full and aromatic, ready for continuous picking
Care Tips
- •Grow in a pot to prevent aggressive spreading
- •Harvest frequently to keep plant bushy
- •Can be dried or frozen for storage
- •Roots in water easily from cuttings
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