Mint
Mentha spicata · Lamiaceae
Invasive herb, best grown in pots.
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Updated on 2026-07-17
Overview
Mint spreads vigorously by runners: keep it in a separate pot to contain it.
How to grow it
Container, cool part-shade, moist soil.
Watering
Frequent, loves moist soil.
Light
Part shade or morning sun.
Soil
Rich, moisture-retentive.
Fertilizing
Every 20 days in season.
Pruning
Harvest leaves regularly to trigger regrowth.
Repotting
Yearly, dividing the clump.