Add a burst of cool to your garden!
Peppermint is the herb that wakes up your senses, bold, refreshing, and oh-so-fragrant. With deep green leaves and a crisp, cooling flavor, it’s a garden favorite that spreads easily and rewards generously. Whether steeped in tea, muddled in a cocktail, or snipped for dessert, peppermint brings a fresh twist to your everyday.
Variety: Peppermint (Mentha piperita)
Growth Habit: Perennial herb
Height: 18–24 inches
Flavor Profile: Strong, cool, and minty
Color: Deep green leaves with purple stems
Planting Conditions: Start indoors or direct sow in partial shade
Harvest Timeline: Ready in 60–70 days
Uses: Teas, desserts, cocktails, natural remedies, and pollinator gardens
Fun Fact: Peppermint is a natural hybrid of spearmint and watermint, and has been used medicinally for thousands of years!
Peppermint is a powerhouse in the kitchen and the garden. Its bold flavor makes it perfect for herbal teas, mojitos, chocolate pairings, and even savory dishes. Plus, its blooms attract bees and butterflies, making it a pollinator’s paradise. Grow it near your patio and enjoy the scent every time you brush past, it’s like nature’s air freshener!
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🌞 Choose a Spot: Prefers partial shade but tolerates full sun.
🌱 Sow the Seeds: Surface sow and press lightly, do not cover.
💧 Water Regularly: Keep soil consistently moist, especially during dry spells.
🌾 Thin and Maintain: Thin to 12–18 inches apart. Mint spreads fast, so consider containers or barriers.
✂️ Harvest: Snip leaves before flowering for peak flavor. Regular harvesting encourages bushy growth.
