Keep a pot of mint at home, simple and good-looking, and it smells better than an air freshener

If you want mint to grow better, pay attention to the following four aspects: first, watering, use a spray bottle to water it from directly above. Second, "haircut", to help the side buds grow. Third, repotting, repot once every spring. Fourth, pruning, proper pinching and topping can help it grow better, and after pruning, put it in a well-ventilated place.

1. Watering

Mint loves water very much, and sufficient moisture can make its new leaves more tender. You can also spray water on the leaves to ensure its absorption of moisture. Just use a spray bottle to spray from directly above. There is no need to water at the roots. If the leaves are relatively dense, water more; if there are relatively few leaves, water less.

2. "Haircut"

Giving mint a "haircut" can help the side buds grow. When giving the "haircut", do not cut off all the old leaves at once. You must retain enough nutrients for the new leaves to grow, and after the new leaves grow out, cut off the old leaves. If the "haircut" is too severe, it will cause it to grow slowly.

3. Repotting

For it to grow better, repot it once every spring. Before repotting, prepare fertile, well-drained soil, and the growing medium can be made by mixing leaf mold, garden soil or coarse sand. When repotting each year, many plants can be separated out, and you must also keep the potting soil moist.

4. Pruning

Generally, old leaves that have no fragrance should be cut off. Proper pinching and topping can help it grow better. Timely pruning can control its growth height and also promote the sprouting of new buds. After pruning, water appropriately and fertilize appropriately. Because mint likes ventilation, after pruning, put it in a well-ventilated place.