What is the best fertilizer for mint?

Mint fertilization time

Mint can be fertilized during the growing period, which is from spring to autumn. In addition, it also needs to be fertilized after pruning. Fertilize again in mid-to-early June and no longer fertilize after that.

When the mint seedlings grow to 10 cm, the first topdressing can be carried out. The amount of fertilizer should not be too large. During the vigorous growth period in summer, the second topdressing is needed to promote its growth.

What fertilizer is good for mint?

When planting or repotting mint, you can apply sufficient base fertilizer, mainly using well-rotted compost, soil and miscellaneous fertilizer, combined with superphosphate and bone meal. During its growth period, it needs appropriate topdressing. In the early stage, nitrogen fertilizer is mainly used to ensure the growth of branches and leaves. Phosphorus and potassium fertilizers should be used before and after flowering to supplement its nutrients.

Mint fertilization method

If mint is planted in the ground, the land should be tilled deeply before fertilization, and then base fertilizer should be applied. If it is potted, organic fertilizer or compound fertilizer can be added to the soil.

Branching period: Mint grows vigorously. During the branching period, a certain amount of nitrogen fertilizer can be applied to promote the growth of branches and leaves.

Before flowering: In the early stage of mint flowering, the application of nitrogen fertilizer needs to be controlled to prevent the branches and leaves from growing too long and affecting flowering. At this time, fertilizers containing phosphorus and potassium can be applied, and foliar fertilizers can be used, which are easier to absorb.

Mint Fertilizer Precautions

Mint cannot be applied with high concentrations of fertilizer to avoid fertilizer damage and root rot. Foliar fertilizer can be applied on cloudy days or in the evening on sunny days. It should not be applied at noon when the temperature is high to avoid burning the leaves and failing to replenish nutrients in time, which will affect the growth of the plant.