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Mentha piperita

4.17 (6 reviews)
  • HOW TO GROW
  • FAST FACTS
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HOW TO GROW

Sowing: Mint grows well in rich soil and partial shade, and damp soil. Direct sow after the last spring frost, thinning the seedlings to 10-12". Keep in mind that mint spreads easily and can nearly take over the space it is planted in. Because of this, some gardeners prefer to grow mint in an isolated location or as a container plant because of its vigorous spreading habit. As a companion plant, mint benefits nearly every garden plant and repels many harmful insects. Mint also grows well from root cuttings or by division.

Growing: Mint appreciates rich soil, and will benefit from organic matter such as compost. Keep the soil fairly moist, but avoid getting the leaves wet when watering, since this can cause disease. In areas with cold winters, cut the plant down to the ground after frost and provide a thick layer of mulch for protection.

Harvesting: Fresh leaves can be harvested as soon as the plant reaches a height of 3-4". The small, young leaves tend to have the best flavor. Cut the stems down to within 1" of the ground level to allow for new growth. Keep the tops pruned to prevent blooming, since this causes the leaves to deteriorate in flavor. To dry the leaves, hang the stems upside down in a dry location until the leaves feel completely dry; strip them from the stems and keep them in an airtight container. Fresh mint leaves can also be frozen.

Seed Saving: Since many types of mint produce sterile seed or seed that is not true to type, saving the seed may be somewhat of an experiment. Harvest the seed heads as soon as they grow dry and brown; spread them out to finish drying out of sunlight, then thresh them to remove the seed. Store the peppermint seed in a cool, dry place.

FAST FACTS

Latin Name: Mentha piperita

Type: Hybrid, Cool Season|Warm Season

Life Cycle: Perennial

USDA Zones: 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9

Seeds per Ounce: 100,000

Planting Method: From Transplant

Sunlight: Full Sun, Part Sun

Height: 18 Inches

Color: White, Green

Bloom Season: Blooms Early Summer, Blooms Late Summer

Uses: Attracts Pollinators, Attracts Honeybees, Attracts Butterflies, Aromatic, Deer Resistant

Peppermint Seeds 5.0
Review By Lena Rae

Good Seeds

Good seeds, arrived on time and undamaged. Waiting to plant them in spring.

Peppermint Seeds 4.0
Review By Elizabeth

Have not planted it yet.

We'll plant next year early spring hopefully we'll grow.

Peppermint Seeds 1.0
Review By Barb

Peppermint Seefs

Very very pricey for such a small pkg also did not grow at all

Sorry you experienced poor results! Please reach out to customer service and we can send you a replacement or help with planting advice.

Peppermint Seeds 5.0
Review By Vegetables

Serious review;

After many years, in all my gardenbing and projects these foklks and products have been the best found, economical and resourseful. I will continue to use their product and services as long as I am able Satisfaction 100% just ask me Paul

Peppermint Seeds 5.0
Review By Zac Dodge

Great

Thanks

Peppermint Seeds 5.0
Review By Sandra Knittel

Looks good

I have recieved my order for peppermint seeds, I haven't had a chance to plant them yet I'm praying they grow better than th last peppermint seeds I ordered from another company. They didn't grow at all,i folled the instructions too. I'll get some planted today. And we'll see how they do. All the other seeds I've ordered from you have grown well.

Size Price Quantity
XL Mylar Packet (~1,000 Seeds) $3.75 -+
1/16 Oz Mylar (1.77g) $12.00 -+
1/4 Oz Mylar (7.09g) $35.00 -+
1 Oz Mylar (~100,000 Seeds) $100.00 -+
1/4 Lb Mylar (113g) $400.00 -+
1 Lb Mylar (454g) $1,500.00 Notify Me
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DESCRIPTION

IN-STOCK ORDERS SHIP WITHIN THE NEXT BUSINESS DAY. A favorite for flavoring tea and desserts, this perennial plant is also one of the easiest to grow from seed. It is useful to plant it near roses to deter aphids. This plant reaches a medium height, and does well in full sun to part shade. Expect small purple flowers in early summer.
Mint received its name from the Greek legend of "Minthe," a river nymph who was turned into a lowly plant to be trodden underfoot; the stimulating, sweet smell perpetuated the memory of Minthe. Most likely, peppermint hybridized from spearmint and water mint; its culinary and medicinal use dates back to at least 1550 BC, originating in Northern Africa and the Mediterranean. According to the records of ancient historian Pliny in the first century AD, the Greeks and Romans highly valued this herb, using it for sauces and beverages as well as to freshen rooms and linens. In these civilizations, mint even acted as currency. Currently, Michigan grows the most acres of mint in the United States; the United States provides about half the world's peppermint supply. Because it contains menthol, an antiseptic and anesthetic, tea of peppermint benefits conditions such as the common cold, asthma, congestion, and indigestion.

HOW TO GROW

Sowing: Mint grows well in rich soil and partial shade, and damp soil. Direct sow after the last spring frost, thinning the seedlings to 10-12". Keep in mind that mint spreads easily and can nearly take over the space it is planted in. Because of this, some gardeners prefer to grow mint in an isolated location or as a container plant because of its vigorous spreading habit. As a companion plant, mint benefits nearly every garden plant and repels many harmful insects. Mint also grows well from root cuttings or by division.

Growing: Mint appreciates rich soil, and will benefit from organic matter such as compost. Keep the soil fairly moist, but avoid getting the leaves wet when watering, since this can cause disease. In areas with cold winters, cut the plant down to the ground after frost and provide a thick layer of mulch for protection.

Harvesting: Fresh leaves can be harvested as soon as the plant reaches a height of 3-4". The small, young leaves tend to have the best flavor. Cut the stems down to within 1" of the ground level to allow for new growth. Keep the tops pruned to prevent blooming, since this causes the leaves to deteriorate in flavor. To dry the leaves, hang the stems upside down in a dry location until the leaves feel completely dry; strip them from the stems and keep them in an airtight container. Fresh mint leaves can also be frozen.

Seed Saving: Since many types of mint produce sterile seed or seed that is not true to type, saving the seed may be somewhat of an experiment. Harvest the seed heads as soon as they grow dry and brown; spread them out to finish drying out of sunlight, then thresh them to remove the seed. Store the peppermint seed in a cool, dry place.

FAST FACTS

Latin Name: Mentha piperita

Type: Hybrid, Cool Season|Warm Season

Life Cycle: Perennial

USDA Zones: 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9

Seeds per Ounce: 100,000

Planting Method: From Transplant

Sunlight: Full Sun, Part Sun

Height: 18 Inches

Color: White, Green

Bloom Season: Blooms Early Summer, Blooms Late Summer

Uses: Attracts Pollinators, Attracts Honeybees, Attracts Butterflies, Aromatic, Deer Resistant

Reviews

4.17
Global Rating: 4.17 from 6 reviews
5.0

Review By Lena Rae

Good Seeds

Good seeds, arrived on time and undamaged. Waiting to plant them in spring.

4.0

Review By Elizabeth

Have not planted it yet.

We'll plant next year early spring hopefully we'll grow.

1.0

Review By Barb

Peppermint Seefs

Very very pricey for such a small pkg also did not grow at all

Sorry you experienced poor results! Please reach out to customer service and we can send you a replacement or help with planting advice.

5.0

Review By Vegetables

Serious review;

After many years, in all my gardenbing and projects these foklks and products have been the best found, economical and resourseful. I will continue to use their product and services as long as I am able Satisfaction 100% just ask me Paul

5.0

Review By Zac Dodge

Great

Thanks

5.0

Review By Sandra Knittel

Looks good

I have recieved my order for peppermint seeds, I haven't had a chance to plant them yet I'm praying they grow better than th last peppermint seeds I ordered from another company. They didn't grow at all,i folled the instructions too. I'll get some planted today. And we'll see how they do. All the other seeds I've ordered from you have grown well.