How to propagate mint by division? Can mint divide itself?

1. Division time

The time for mint division is generally in spring, when the climate is relatively warm, the division has a higher survival rate and is also conducive to the growth of young plants. If it is planted in the ground, thinning is generally carried out when the seedlings grow to 15 cm in height, and the extra seedlings are divided and transplanted.

2. Promote rooting

Mint will grow runners and take root in suitable places to grow new plants, but home cultivation is often potted, and runners or branches rarely have a chance to take root, so the growth direction must be properly controlled. Circle its creeping branches along the plant and press them on the surface of the soil. You can also place them close to other pots and fix the branches with wire. Generally, new roots will grow in about a week, and then you can prepare for division.

3. Prepare the soil and pot it

Before planting mint in a pot, you must first prepare the potting soil. It does not have high requirements for the soil, as long as the soil is not too sandy or too sticky. In addition, it is not suitable to be planted in soil with severe acidity and alkalinity. Generally, the potting soil is prepared by mixing garden soil, leaf mold and river sand. This can provide good drainage and air permeability, which is beneficial to the breathing of the roots. Place broken tiles on the bottom of the pot, cover it with prepared soil, put the seedlings in it, and fill it with soil.

4. Subsequent maintenance

After the division is completed, water it thoroughly and place it in a semi-shaded place to allow it to go through the seedling acclimatization period. Do not water or fertilize during this period. After the plant starts to resume growth, you can expose it to light. Determine the intensity of light according to the size of the plant. Plants that are too small should not be exposed to the sun for a long time.