Some varieties of mint include sweet mint, chocolate mint, spearmint, lemon mint, apple mint, and peppermint. Spearmint and peppermint are the most common. Spearmint is often used in baking and cooking. Peppermint is used more often for drinks, like mojitos and hot chocolate.
Add water to the glass as necessary. Change the water every 4-5 days to keeping your trimming healthy.
Ceramic planters are porous and lose moisture easily. Your mint might be happier in a plastic container. You can repurpose a plastic container by drilling a hole in the bottom for drainage.
To lower the pH of your soil, add some compost, composted manure, or acidic mulch. To raise the pH of your soil, add pelletized lime or wood ash.
Indoor mint plants do not require fertilizer or mulch.
Some good options include: A windowsill that faces north. A shelf across the room from a south-facing window.
Add around 1–2 cups (240–470 ml) to your mint plant at each watering. Humidity can be important to the growing process, so consider misting your plant with water in between waterings.
Choose a water soluble, time-release fertilizer. Too much fertilizer can alter the taste of your mint.
Hang mint stems upside down to dry them. Save mint leaves in an airtight container, like a jar or a small plastic bag.
This prevents the plant from “going to seed. ” When a mint plant starts producing seeds, it puts less energy toward leaf production.
