How to Grow Mint Well? A Detailed Guide to Care Methods

1. Watering

Mint loves water, and sufficient moisture makes its new leaves more tender. You can also spray water on the leaves to ensure moisture absorption; just spray from directly above with a spray bottle. There is no need to water at the roots. If the leaves are dense, water more; if there are fewer leaves, water less.

2. "Haircut"

Giving mint a "haircut" can help side buds grow. When doing this, do not cut off all the old leaves at once; keep enough nutrients for new leaves to grow. Once the new leaves have grown, cut off the old leaves. If the "haircut" is too severe, it will cause slow growth.

3. Repotting

To help it grow better, repot once every spring. Before repotting, prepare fertile, well-draining soil, and the growing medium can be made by mixing leaf mold, garden soil, or coarse sand. Each year when you repot, you can separate out many plants, and you should 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 new bud sprouting. After pruning, water and fertilize appropriately. Because mint likes ventilation, after pruning place it in a well-ventilated spot.