There are many flowers you can not grow in spring, except this one, if you don’t grow it, you will lose a lot!

Mint grows well only when there is enough sunlight

Mint is a light-loving plant. The more sunlight it gets, the better it grows. Lack of sunlight will cause the branches to become thinner and bent, the leaves to grow smaller, and the fragrance to fade. Therefore, when growing mint, you must place it in the sunniest place in the home. Don't be afraid of temperatures over 30 degrees in the summer, it will grow more happily. In addition, pay attention to ventilation.

Mint needs plenty of water

1. With sufficient water, mint will grow green and full, and the taste will be more fragrant.

2. Mint has strong vitality, and drought or flood is not a big problem. Just water it when the soil is dry, and water it thoroughly. Generally, if the surface of the soil in the pot is completely dry to the touch, it means that watering is needed.

3. If the plant has not been watered for a long time and its leaves wilt, don't worry. It will slowly recover if you water it thoroughly. Just water it once every 2 to 3 days.

Big pot, good soil and good fertilizer, mint grows fast

Pot soil:

1. The reason why mint grows so fast is inseparable from its super ability to absorb nutrients. Therefore, we need to prepare a relatively large flowerpot and fertile soil for it.

2. Mint has a well-developed root system, and if there is not enough space, its growth will be restricted. It is recommended to change the pot every spring.

3. If you have flower beds or yards at home, don’t just put mint there casually, because if you are not careful, it will fill your entire garden and rob other plants of nutrients.

4. Only loose and breathable soil can allow mint to grow worry-free. Loosen the soil frequently. It would be best if you can catch a few earthworms and put them in the pot.

Fertilization:

1. Mint does not have particularly high requirements for fertilizer. A fertilizer and water ratio of 1:500~1000 is enough, and fertilization does not need to be applied too frequently.

2. Usually we can make some decomposed rice water and mix it with clean water in a ratio of at least 1:20 and water it on mint.

How to prune mint?

What should I do if the mint grows out of control? It must be because you didn't trim it well.

1. When treating mint, there is a method called "pinching and topping". You cannot let it grow upwards blindly. In order to promote the development of side buds, be sure to cut off the top part of the new buds and some of the old leaves, so that the mint can send out axillary buds as soon as possible, grow fast, and have a beautiful shape!

2. If the mint stems and leaves are too thin and small, they should be pruned. With sufficient sunlight, the situation will be alleviated.

3. Don’t be reluctant to do it. If the mint leaves are all dry and wilted, and the growth is particularly severe, you can simply shave them and grow new branches. This way, they can grow out of the pot again!

How to propagate mint?

Mints mostly do not reproduce by seeds, but rather by "stolons."

If you want to grow new mint, you can cut the runners and bury them horizontally in the soil. The leaves on the runners will grow perpendicular to the runners and become mint branches. Don't bury them vertically!

You can also place the runners in water for hydroponics.

Without runners, mint is grown like this:

1. Cut a small sprig of mint, about 6 cm long. If it is too long, divide it into two sections. Then soak it in a cup and place it on the windowsill to bask in the sun.

2. After about a week, the cut mint branches will basically take root.

3. Bury the roots of the mint branches in the soil, compact the soil, and water it thoroughly.

4. Place the mint on a windowsill where it is not exposed to direct sunlight for 2 to 3 days to let it grow slowly. If there are no signs of drying up or becoming soft during this period, it means the mint is alive.

No matter how strong mint is, it is afraid of "powdery mildew"

Powdery mildew is a disease caused by a fungus that causes peppermint to have white powdery spots on both sides of the leaves that look like mold. This is usually caused by poor ventilation or overwatering.

If the mint you grow at home gets powdery mildew, considering that you want to eat it, it is recommended to simply cut off the diseased part and let new buds grow.

Benefits of Peppermint Water

Steps to make mint water:

① Take 3 to 4 fresh leaves from the mint at home (you can use the top buds cut off by pinching the top).

② Add some lemon and honey and brew with boiling water. It can be brewed two or three times.

③Mint can be used as medicine to refresh the mind and as chewing candy. Occasionally drinking a glass of mint water can not only refresh your spirit, but also relieve bad breath, clear the lungs and reduce phlegm.

It should be noted that people with weak constitution should not use it excessively. Mint is cool in nature and eating too much can harm the body.

In addition, the two types of mint that we commonly grow are spearmint and peppermint. They taste better and are easier to accept.

In short, the tips for growing mint can be summarized as follows:

Ventilation, watering, sunbathing, shaving

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