How to care for mint in winter

Is mint afraid of freezing?

Mint is not afraid of frost. The temperature is relatively low in winter. When the temperature drops to around minus 2℃, mint will wither and shed leaves due to the low temperature, and it will also stop growing and the plant will begin to wither.

How to care for mint in winter

Mint does not need excessive watering in winter, just keep the soil in the flowerpot moist. You can cover the flowerpot with some hay for protection, and the roots will naturally sprout again next year.

How to keep it vigorous:

1. Temperature : The ambient temperature of mint should be kept at around 20 degrees. This temperature is very easy for mint to develop and grow.

2. Sunlight : Mint particularly likes sunlight, so if you have mint at home, you can give it sufficient sunlight all year round, so that the mint can develop and grow better.

3. Water : Mint particularly likes moisture, so you should pay attention to watering the mint more often and keep the soil of the mint moist.

How to prevent it from freezing to death: Mint is a perennial root plant that survives the winter by seeds. Its growing period is only a few months. Generally, in winter, due to the low temperature, mint stops growing. Its above-ground parts will die, which is a normal phenomenon of plant growth.

Can it be exposed to the sun: Mint can be exposed to the sun in winter. Mint is a long-day crop and likes sunlight. Long sunshine hours can promote mint flowering.

How to keep mint in winter: If you grow mint in the northern region, it is best to place it on the balcony indoors. Because it stops growing in winter, you should water it less at this time, but it should not be too dry. It is better to keep the soil slightly moist. After winter, you should trim off the old branches and leaves to reduce excessive loss of nutrients in the soil.

Precautions for growing mint in winter

If you want to continue to care for mint in winter, you need to move it to a place with high temperature indoors for care. At the same time, reduce watering, stop fertilizing, and provide sufficient light to facilitate its growth.