Planting and Growing Instructions:
1. When to Plant:
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Start indoors 8–10 weeks before last frost, or sow directly outdoors after frost danger has passed.
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Best grown in spring or early fall for optimal germination and growth.
2. How to Sow:
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Sow seeds barely covered on the surface of moist soil—light aids germination.
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Germinates in 10–16 days at 65–70°F (18–21°C).
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Transplant or thin to 12–18 inches apart once seedlings are established.
3. Growing Tips:
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Grows well in containers to control spreading, as mint can be invasive.
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Prefers moist, well-draining soil.
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Cut back regularly to prevent flowering and promote fresh leaf growth.
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Harvest leaves as needed; best flavor is before flowering.
4. Uses:
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Fresh or dried for herbal teas, iced drinks, desserts, sauces, and more.
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Popular in natural remedies for digestion, stress, and colds.
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Companion plant that repels aphids, ants, and cabbage moths.
