Mint
Herbs
Beginner
Perennial

Mint

Mentha spp.

Photo: Andreas Rockstein · CC BY-SA

About Plant: Mint

Incredibly aromatic and almost impossible to kill, mint is the ultimate beginner herb. From mojitos to tea to lamb, this vigorous grower will fill your garden with fresh fragrance.

Growing Profile

SunlightFull Sun to Part Shade
WaterRegular
SoilRich, moist (6.0–7.0)
Spacing18-24 inches
Height12–24 inches
Time to Harvest60-90
Planting DepthSurface to 1/4 inch
Germination Time10–15 days (from seed), instant from cuttings

Expert Growing Tips

Always grow in containers or with root barriers — mint is an aggressive spreader! Harvest frequently to keep bushy. Pinch flowers to extend leaf production.