Mint is a fast-growing plant that can spread in no time. Its shallow roots and rhizomes expand quickly, and repotting often becomes necessary so it won’t outgrow its container. I’ve found that keeping an eye on it helps me avoid a messy takeover. The most obvious sign that your mint needs a new pot is…
You can sow lemon balm seeds in both spring and fall. It germinates and grows well at around 68°F (20℃). If managed at the right temperature, it will germinate within 14 days. Lemon balm is a delightful herb characterized by its leaves, which are used in herbal teas and meat or fish dishes. Its fresh…
Ever had your mint plant’s leaves go white and wondered what gives? If you’ve been babying your mint and see this change, it might make you think your green thumb’s gone rusty. There’s a handful of reasons why mint leaves might be sporting a white coat. Often, it’s down to diseases like powdery mildew or…
When I let my mint plant grow freely, it eagerly stretches out its stems and blossoms beautifully around July or August. If you love seeing these flowers, leaving the plant untouched is best to let it bloom naturally. Those who enjoy the flowers should plan to prune the plant in the fall after the blossoms…
Who doesn’t love the soothing scent and look of a healthy mint? That’s why it’s more frustrating and painful to see black spots appearing on its aromatic foliage. Pest infestation and diseases such as mint rust, leaf blight, verticillium wilt, and leaf spot diseases are the most common causes of black spots on mint leaves….
Known for its signature smell and flavor, mint is one of the most popular herbs you can grow in your home. But as well as attracting legions of gardeners, mint can also attract unwanted attention from several devastating pests. Mint is a vulnerable herb, and sadly if left unchecked, it doesn’t stand much of a…
Mint is one of those unkillable plants that every so often likes to surprise by up and dying out of the blue. One minute it’s threatening to climb out of its pot and take over your kitchen, and the next it’s turning to mulch. While its reputation suggests otherwise, mint is no different from any…
Like everyone else, you love to save a few bucks when you can, and if you can minimize waste while at it, that’s even better and dandier. Maybe that’s why you’re entertaining the idea of using coffee grounds on your mint plants. But does mint love coffee grounds? Yes, you can use coffee grounds as…
Who doesn’t love the smell and the looks of a healthy mint? Sometimes that exterior can be ruined by white spots on leaves and stems. Both biotic and abiotic agents can cause white spots on Mint plant leaves. Biotic agents include fungal diseases, viral diseases, and Pest infestations. Also, abiotic factors like Improper nutrition, hard…
If you’re interested in growing mint then you, like the rest of us, almost definitely want to make sure that you get it all right. One important aspect of growing any plant is making sure that the root system has enough space to grow. Common mint species like peppermint and spearmint will have root systems…