Growing mint: growing conditions from seed
Mint is prized for its vibrant aroma and essential oils found in its stems, foliage and flower stalks. The plant multiplies rapidly and grows actively. It does not require time-consuming maintenance.
The most suitable place for growing mint indoors is the windowsill. The plant is light-requiring and will not grow with a lack of sun. It is better to locate it on the south or southwest side. Mint should be in the sun for at least 4 hours a day. To prevent it from drying out, it is necessary to create partial shade. The soil should be drained and saturated with useful microelements. To increase its fertility and the rapid development of mint, you can use drugs that promote growth.
Growing mint can be done both at home and on a personal plot
Shallow trays and pots filled with moistened soil are suitable for growing mint from seeds. The room temperature must be maintained at 20-25 degrees. To make the seeds germinate more actively, the pot can be placed under a plastic wrap. So the first shoots will appear after a week. The grown and matured seedlings must be transplanted into a container. It can be placed in a cooler room to allow the mint to adapt to normal room conditions. Plant care depends on the season:
- in summer, mint gets a lot of sunshine. It is enough to water it regularly. The soil in the container must not dry out. This will prevent aphids from breeding. To cleanse the dust, the leaves must be sprayed occasionally;
- in winter, mint is carefully protected from drafts. Watering is moderate. The stems and leaves of the plant are filled with essential oils. In the cold season, growth slows down.
The most important thing in caring for mint is to maintain a stable indoor temperature. The plant does not like sudden temperature changes. It should not be placed near an air conditioner. If the container is on a windowsill, the mint leaves should not come into contact with the glass.
Conditions for growing mint in the open field
Mint takes root well in loose sandy loam soils. Phosphorus can be used to fertilize the soil. The site should be located on the sunny side in partial shade. You can sow under the shade of trees.
The plant tolerates changes in climatic conditions well and is not afraid of winter cold
Caring for mint involves regular watering, loosening and mulching. To prepare for winter, the soil is dug up and manure is added to it.
Mint takes root well both at home and in summer cottages. Caring for her is not difficult. When planting, you can use several varieties of seeds, which are pollinated during growth.