How and when to plant mint

Mint planting time and month

Mint is suitable for sowing in March in spring, and it will take root and sprout soon. The high temperature and high humidity in summer can easily breed bacteria, which is not conducive to the growth of seedlings. The temperature in winter is too low. Although it has a certain degree of cold resistance, it grows relatively slowly and still needs to wait until spring to grow.

Plant mint in spring. In early spring, if the mint is grown outdoors, do not move it or clean the fallen leaves in the pot. Because of the low temperature in winter, the roots will be frozen to the soil. You can water it once to thaw it, with a large amount of water, so that the plant can wake up faster.

When planting mint in the summer, the temperature is too high, so it needs shade. It is recommended to place it under other plants to help it filter out most of the sunlight. The high temperature and high humidity in summer are prone to more diseases and pests, which is not conducive to the growth of seedlings.

When planting mint in autumn, the weather gradually gets colder, but mint has a strong ability to adapt to temperature. It generally grows in the range of 25-30℃. When the temperature drops below 15℃, the development rate will slow down.

When planting mint in winter, it is recommended to place it outdoors where it can be exposed to sunlight. Pay attention to ventilation and sufficient sunlight. It grows particularly well. If you accidentally freeze it to death, don't rush to throw it away, because its roots are still there, it has just entered a dormant state, and it will grow again in the spring of next year.

How to grow mint

To plant mint, you need to choose suitable soil, water it in time, provide suitable light and temperature, and apply fertilizer. The time to repot mint is mostly chosen in spring and autumn, when the temperature is high and the weather is sunny. You should trim the branches and leaves on a daily basis to enhance the ornamental value of the mint and promote the growth of branches and leaves. Don't forget to ensure good ventilation during the cultivation process.

1. Soil requirements: Although mint does not have very strict requirements for cultivation soil, hard sand, excessive stickiness, obvious acidity and alkalinity bias, saline soil, etc. cannot be used to cultivate mint. You can use a mixture of humus soil and ordinary sandy soil to ensure that the soil is loose, breathable, fertile and has good drainage.

2. Watering: Mint usually likes a slightly dry environment, but not too dry. You can water it in small amounts, once every half a month, and water it thoroughly. In the hot summer, water evaporates quickly, so the watering interval can be shortened. In the winter dormancy period, the temperature is low, so wait until the soil is completely dry before watering.

3. Light and temperature maintenance: Mint requires no less than 5 hours of light per day. In a sunny place, it can promote the healthy growth of mint, make the leaves green, and improve the ornamental value. Mint has a strong ability to adapt to temperature and generally grows in the range of 25-30℃. When the temperature drops below 15℃, the development rate will slow down.

4. Apply fertilizer: When fertilizing mint, try to use the method of applying thin fertilizers frequently. Experienced growers will focus on base fertilizer, reduce the application of fertilizers in the later stages of growth, and only spray foliar phosphorus fertilizers on the leaves during the growth period. Whether it is base fertilizer or topdressing, it needs to be diluted with water, otherwise there will be fertilizer damage and burns to the roots.