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Mint
Mint is known for its digestive aiding properties, as it regulates muscle relaxation and helps control inflammation. In addition to its refreshing aroma, Mint has antimicrobial properties, making it popular for oral health products such as toothpastes, chewing gum, and lozenges. Smelling Mint is known to increase mental alertness and wakefulness.
Category
Days to Sprout
Taste It for
Temprature
Germination
Pollination
Prunning
Plant Health
Support
Harvest
Vegetables
10-21
4-12 weeks
Mint prefers cooler temperatures (60-70F).
Remove leaves with brown spots if they appear. Check the roots monthly and trim any that are brown or extending past the yPod.
Spider mites are a common pest, but you can use our prevention and treatment tricks to keep pests at bay!
Harvesting frequently helps prolong the plant’s life. Pinch off individual leaves, or use clean shears to cut stems above growth nodes. Once the plant reaches 8 inches, you can begin trimming larger outer leaves. Ensure you harvest only up to a third of the height of the plant at a time, to ensure it continues growing.
Origin
Mint has been referred to extensively in old texts and stories, including the Bible and ancient mythology. Mint has been historically appreciated for its pleasant scent, applied to various parts of the body, and used to freshen breath.
Qualities
Mint is known for its digestive aiding properties, as it regulates muscle relaxation and helps control inflammation. In addition to its refreshing aroma, Mint has antimicrobial properties, making it popular for oral health products such as toothpastes, chewing gum, and lozenges. Smelling Mint is known to increase mental alertness and wakefulness.