Mint sowing method and time, can mint be planted all year round?

1. Sowing time

Mint is usually sown in spring or autumn. This plant grows well in a warm climate, so it is easier to take root and sprout after sowing in spring and autumn. The high temperature and high humidity in summer are prone to breeding diseases and pests, 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, its growth is relatively slow and it will take until spring to grow.

2. Germination

Since mint has a low germination rate, it usually needs to be germinated before sowing. First soak the seeds in 40℃ warm water for about 5 hours. There is no need to maintain the water temperature during the process. Prepare a plate, add appropriate amount of water into it, and cover it with a paper towel. Put the seeds on the paper towel and cover it with plastic film. This can keep it moisturized. You can poke a few holes in the film to improve ventilation.

3. Pot soil preparation

Mint grows best in loose and fertile soil, and good drainage is essential, which is beneficial to the breathing of the roots. It is generally prepared with garden soil, humus soil and river sand. The proportion of river sand should not be too large, otherwise it will affect the development of the roots. You can add an appropriate amount of organic fertilizer to the potting soil as base fertilizer, which can continuously provide nutrients for the plants.

4. Seeding and maintenance

Place broken bricks or tiles at the bottom of the pot to improve its drainage. Fill it with prepared soil, generally to 80% of the height of the flower pot. Then place the seeds in the middle of the potting soil, cover with about 5 mm of fine soil, and water appropriately. Water slowly, otherwise the water will wash away the seeds. Then put a plastic bag on it to keep it moist.