How to propagate mint and how to use the cut mint

1. Rhizome propagation

Mint has extremely strong vitality and is also a perennial plant, so the rhizomes retained in the soil can also become seedlings for reproduction. Usually, plants that are healthy and free of diseases and insect pests are selected as mother plants, and are planted according to the specifications of 20 cm in row spacing and 10 cm in plant spacing. The above-ground stems and leaves are usually harvested in early winter, and the plants remain there until they resume growth in spring.

2. Division propagation

Mint division is usually carried out in spring. Stop watering the plant and wait until the soil dries out before removing it from the pot. Remove the plant from the pot and cut it into 2-3 clumps, each of which must have a certain root system. Plant the cut seedlings separately, usually using loose and fertile sandy loam. Water them thoroughly after planting and place them in a cool place to allow them to adapt to the new environment.

3. Cutting propagation

Cuttings are generally taken in May and June. Cut its stems into 10 cm long sections and insert the cut cuttings into loose soil. If you want it to take root better, you can first insert the cuttings into water, wait for it to take root, and then transplant it into the soil. Generally, the row spacing is 7 cm and the plant spacing is 3 cm. After the cuttings are completed, appropriate amount of water should be poured to help its growth.

4. Seed propagation

Select healthy and plump mint seeds, soak them in 40℃ warm water for 5 hours, take them out and put them on tissue paper, put the tissue paper in a tray, add appropriate amount of water to keep it moist, and the germination will be completed after a period of time. Then bury the seeds in deep, loose and fertile soil, pour appropriate amount of water, and cover them with plastic wrap to keep them warm and moisturizing.