Can mint be exposed to the sun? Is it better to expose it to the sun more or less?

Can mint be exposed to the sun?

Mint needs sunlight. It is a very light-loving plant and needs to receive sunlight all day long. If it grows in an environment with poor lighting conditions for a long time, it will grow slowly, have yellow leaves, and be thin. Giving it sufficient light every day can also promote it to bloom. Mint has a unique smell, and sufficient sunlight can promote the accumulation of peppermint oil and menthol.

Mint growing light

Although mint is not afraid of the sun, the sunlight in summer is relatively strong. If mint is exposed to the sun, its leaves may be burned. Therefore, when the sunlight is the strongest at noon in summer, it is best to shade the mint plants appropriately so that the mint can grow healthily.

Mint is a long-day plant that likes to grow in a well-lit environment and has a high demand for light. It can usually be grown directly under the sun. If it is grown at home, it needs to be allowed to slowly adapt to the light environment. If it is suddenly moved to the hot sun for cultivation, it is easy to get sunburned.

What to do if mint wilts in the sun

1. Cooling treatment

After the mint is wilted by the sun, the plant needs to be cooled. If it is ground-planted mint, you can use wooden sticks to build a frame in the planting area, and then cover it with a shade net to cool it down. If it is a potted mint, you can place it directly indoors to cool it down.

2. Stay hydrated

Mint will become severely dehydrated after being exposed to the sun. At this time, you need to replenish water for the mint in time and soak all the soil. However, it is difficult to water the soil of the potted plant thoroughly. It is best to place the potted mint directly in a bucket of water, soak it for three minutes, then take it out and drain the excess water in the soil.

3. Proper pruning

After the mint resumes normal growth, it needs to be pruned. Use sharp scissors to cut off the leaves that the mint cannot recover to help the plant save nutrients. At the same time, you can also cut off the branches and leaves that grow too densely to maintain air circulation between plants.