Garden Mint - Mentha spicata Plant

Edible

Aromatic

Enhance your garden with our fragrant garden mint plants, perfect for adding a refreshing flavor to your space. Easy to grow and versatile, these mint plants are ideal for gardeners of all levels.

Fresh, aromatic mint leaves
Easy to grow and maintain
Versatile culinary and medicinal uses
Hardy and adaptable plant variety
Perfect for outdoor and indoor gardens

Unleash the aroma and benefits of mint in your garden with this effortless plant to grow, available now for you to bring home.

Gardener’s Favourite

Harvest Time: 4-6 Weeks

High Yields

Great Flavour

Type:

Plugs Pots

Size:

4 x Plug Plants 8 x Plug Plants 2 x 9cm Pots 4 x 9cm Pots

Details

Mint is prized for its strong, refreshing flavour and attractive foliage. It thrives in sunny to partially shaded locations and is perfect for garden beds, containers, and windowsills.

Grows best in full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil
Ideal for garden beds, containers, and windowsills
Produces vibrant green leaves with a refreshing, cool flavour
Perfect for culinary use, especially in teas, desserts, and salads

What's Included

Plugs: Start with a pack of strong seedlings. They have robust roots and are ready to plant in your garden or pots. Perfect for early garden starts.

Pots: Get big, ready-to-grow plants in 9cm pots. Plant them in your garden or larger pots right away. They're bigger and stronger than plug plants. Pre-fed and watered for healthier plants from the start.

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Bespoke & Secure Packaging: Our plants travel in custom packaging we've perfected over the years, arriving in excellent condition, thoroughly inspected, trimmed, and prepped.

100% Happiness Guarantee: Not happy with your purchase? We offer a full refund or replacement, even if you just change your mind, along with easy returns and prepaid postage.

Care Information

Sunlight	Partial Shade
Position	Sunny position
Soil	Well-drained, fertile
Planting Time	Spring or Autumn
Moisture	Fair amount
Hardiness	Hardy
Growth Rate	Medium
Spacing	Unknown
Height and Spread	45-100cm x Unknown
Annual or Perennial	Perennial

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What You Need To Know About “Garden Mint - Mentha spicata Plant”

Plant Information

How To Plant

Plant Care

Mint is perfect for adding a refreshing twist to your dishes and drinks, thriving in sun to partial shade and producing vibrant green leaves with a cool, minty aroma from spring to autumn.

Grows best in full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil
Perfect for both garden beds, containers, and windowsills
Produces vibrant green leaves with a refreshing, cool flavour
Great for culinary use, especially in teas, desserts, and salads

Mint is perfect for adding a refreshing twist to your dishes and drinks, thriving in sun to partial shade and producing vibrant green leaves with a cool, minty aroma from spring to autumn.

Grows best in full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil
Perfect for both garden beds, containers, and windowsills
Produces vibrant green leaves with a refreshing, cool flavour
Great for culinary use, especially in teas, desserts, and salads

Planting Time:	All Year Round
Sunlight & Positioning:	Full Sun
Where to Plant:	Garden Beds - Pots - Containers
Growing Location:	Garden - Patio - Balcony - Windowsill

Planting Time:	All Year Round
Sunlight & Positioning:	Full Sun
Where to Plant:	Garden Beds - Pots - Containers
Growing Location:	Garden - Patio - Balcony - Windowsill

Choose a sunny to partially shaded area for Mint, whether in the garden or in pots or containers. Keep them well-watered and ensure the soil is fertile and well-drained.

Mint plants need warmth and sun, so choose a sunny to partially shaded spot with good light
Add compost or organic matter to soil before planting to provide nutrients and structure
Use pots at least 20cm wide with drainage holes and quality compost if container growing
Water well both before and after planting; space plants adequately to avoid overcrowding

Choose a sunny to partially shaded area for Mint, whether in the garden or in pots or containers. Keep them well-watered and ensure the soil is fertile and well-drained.

Mint plants need warmth and sun, so choose a sunny to partially shaded spot with good light
Add compost or organic matter to soil before planting to provide nutrients and structure
Use pots at least 20cm wide with drainage holes and quality compost if container growing
Water well both before and after planting; space plants adequately to avoid overcrowding

Choose the Right Spot:	A sunny location with plenty of direct sunlight
Prepare the Soil:	Loosen soil and mix in compost or organic matter
Planting:	Plant level with the soil and firm soil down around the plant
Spacing:	Space plants about 20-30cm apart for good air circulation

Choose the Right Spot:	A sunny location with plenty of direct sunlight
Prepare the Soil:	Loosen soil and mix in compost or organic matter
Planting:	Plant level with the soil and firm soil down around the plant
Spacing:	Space plants about 20-30cm apart for good air circulation

Mint grows robustly and produces an abundance of vibrant green leaves. With good light and minimal care, you’ll soon be enjoying a plentiful harvest for your culinary needs.

Water regularly during the first growing season to establish roots. Once established, water only during dry periods
Trim the leaves regularly to encourage fresh growth and prevent flowering
Check for pests like aphids; treat with soapy water and remove any unhealthy leaves
Harvest leaves regularly for culinary use; use fresh or dry for later use

Mint grows robustly and produces an abundance of vibrant green leaves. With good light and minimal care, you’ll soon be enjoying a plentiful harvest for your culinary needs.

Water regularly during the first growing season to establish roots. Once established, water only during dry periods
Trim the leaves regularly to encourage fresh growth and prevent flowering
Check for pests like aphids; treat with soapy water and remove any unhealthy leaves
Harvest leaves regularly for culinary use; use fresh or dry for later use

Sunlight and Position:	Needs 4-6 hours of direct sunlight daily
Watering and Feeding:	Water regularly, especially in hot weather
Support and Pruning:	Pinch off the tops to encourage bushier growth
Harvesting:	Mulch around plants to retain moisture and suppress weeds

Sunlight and Position:	Needs 4-6 hours of direct sunlight daily
Watering and Feeding:	Water regularly, especially in hot weather
Support and Pruning:	Pinch off the tops to encourage bushier growth
Harvesting:	Mulch around plants to retain moisture and suppress weeds

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the ideal growing conditions for mint plants?

Mint thrives in partial shade with 4-6 hours of indirect sunlight daily. It prefers well-draining soil with a pH of 6.0-7.0 and consistent moisture without becoming waterlogged.

How should I care for mint plants?

Water regularly to keep soil moist, fertilize monthly with a balanced organic fertilizer, and prune frequently to encourage bushy growth and prevent legginess.

How do I prevent common pests and diseases in mint plants?

To prevent pests like aphids and spider mites, use insecticidal soap. Avoid fungal diseases by ensuring good air circulation and keeping the leaves dry.