200+ Organic Peppermint Herb Seeds- MENTHA PIPERATA- With Hot, Rich, Mint Sweet Aroma-Greatly Medicinal-G064
Description:
Peppermint seeds are easy to grow and the mature herb plant is pretty easy to identify by its dark green to purplish leaves. This herb typically grows around 24 inches tall or more, and consists of purplish, square stems and oblong purplish leaves with pointed tips, distinct veins, and toothed edges. The Peppermint herb plant has small pink, white, or purple flowers at the end of each stem from July to September. It is wonderfully fragrant and provides a cool, fresh scent that is so familiar in the summertime.
There are several different types of mint: spearmint, bergamot, applemint, and Bowles mint; but Peppermint is generally the most wide spread in terms of usage. Hot, rich mint aroma issues from the crushed or dried leaves of this spreading perennial plant. Consider growing Peppermint seeds in containers, as it will become hard to control over the years. Both the leaves and flowers can be dried for teas or use in stews and sauces.
Peppermint grows well in moist soil in full sun to heavy shade. Mint flowers are edible, and highly attractive to bees and other pollinators. Mint plants spread by an ever-expanding rhizome that grows parallel with the soil. Along its length, new stems emerge with new leaves and flowers. This is why many gardeners prefer to grow mint in containers than in the open soil. Peppermint's pleasant smell stirs thoughts of Christmas and candy canes. It is useful in cooking, making tea, a variety of candies, and also has many medicinal purposes.
How To Grow Peppermint From Herb Seeds: Sowing Peppermint herb seeds is simple and a great way to bring this summertime favorite to the herb garden. Peppermint seeds can either be started indoors in starter trays 6 - 8 weeks before last frost, or wait until frost danger has passed, and directly sow the herb seeds outside in prepared beds. Peppermint plants are the perfect complement to any herb garden! Season: Perennial
USDA Zones: 3 - 10
Height: 24 inches
Bloom Season: Summer to fall
Environment: Full sun to partial shade
Soil Type: Rich, moist soil with a slightly acidic pH between 6.5 and 7.0
Temperature: 72F (22C)
Average Germ Time: 10 - 15 days
Light Required: Yes
Depth: 1/8 - 1/4 inch deep
Sowing Rate: 3 - 5 seeds per plant
Moisture: Keep seeds moist until germination
Plant Spacing: 18 - 24 inches
