When is the best time to plant mint seeds?

Mint seed planting time

Mint is a perennial plant. The seeds will germinate about a week after sowing. The growth cycle of mint is about 3 to 4 months. Generally, mint seeds are better planted after March in spring. The temperature and humidity at this time are just suitable for mint growth.

How to Plant Mint Seeds

1. When planting mint, you should choose more suitable seeds, generally healthier seeds, so that it can survive better.

2. After selecting the seeds, you need to soak them first. Soak the seeds in 40 degrees Celsius warm water for one day and then you can plant them.

3. After planting the mint, you need to water and fertilize it. Generally, you need to water it once a week and fertilize it once a month.

Mint Seed Collection

Mint generally blooms in June every year. The seeds can be collected about a month after flowering. You can usually take the seeds directly with your hands.

What mint seeds look like

Mint seeds are generally small, with a diameter of less than 0.1 mm. They are dark brown in color, and usually one flower can only produce four seeds.