Mint

Common Mint

(Mentha spp.)

Product ID: 831

A zesty addition to salad mix.

Variety not stated since mint does not grow true-to-type from seed. Medicinal: Leaves are used in tea to aid digestion.

Packet: Avg. .015 gm. App.  200 seeds.  $3.00 

Days to Maturity or Bloom:   60

DAYS TO GERMINATION: 10-14 days

SOWING TIME: Spring

SEEDING METHOD: Transplant

SUNLIGHT PREFERENCE: Sun/Part Shade

PLANT HEIGHT: 18-36″

PLANT SPACING: 12-18″

HARDINESS ZONES: Zones 4-9

CULTIVATING: Most herbs will grow best in full sun and do not require high soil fertility to

produce a flavorful crop.  If fertilizers are applied, utilize balanced amounts of the major nutrients nitrogen/phosphorus/potassium.  The most important aspect of herb cultivation is good drainage.  This will improve the winter survival of permanent plantings by minimizing root damage