Peppermint Heirloom Seeds
Peppermint Heirloom Seeds
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With the help of our peppermint heirloom seeds (Mentha spicata), revitalise your kitchen and garden. A classic, peppermint is known for its potent flavour and pungent scent, which make it a great addition to drinks, baked products, and salads. Bees and other pollinators are drawn to this plant's lovely spikes of lilac-pink flowers. Because peppermint spreads easily, plant it in containers so you may reap its benefits without having to worry about it taking over your yard.
About Our Seeds:
- Non-GMO and Open-Pollinated: Ensures you are planting seeds that are environmentally sustainable and maintain biodiversity.
- Untreated: Our seeds are free from chemicals, promoting a healthy, organic garden.
- Quality Tested: We routinely test our seeds to ensure high germination rates and seed viability.
- Eco-Friendly Packaging: Professionally packed in eco-friendly, resealable packets made from recycled materials and printed with vegetable-based ink.
Planting Instructions:
- Outdoor Sowing: Direct sow outdoors up to two months before the first fall frost or 1-2 weeks after the last spring frost.
- Indoor Sowing: Start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last expected frost.
- Container Planting: Recommended to prevent spreading.
Quantity:
- Approximately 75 seeds per packet.
Growing Tips:
- Location: Choose a location that gets full sun to partial shade.
- Soil: Prefers moist, well-drained soil.
- Watering: Keep soil consistently moist.
- Care: Regularly harvest leaves to encourage new growth and prevent the plant from becoming woody.
- Soil requirements: Peppermint heirloom seeds prefer rich, well-drained soil with a pH level between 6.0 and 7.0. The soil should be kept consistently moist but not waterlogged.
- Sunlight needs: Peppermint plants thrive in partial shade to full sun. They require at least 4-6 hours of sunlight per day for optimal growth.
- Watering requirements: Peppermint plants need regular watering to keep the soil consistently moist. Water them deeply once or twice a week, depending on the weather and soil conditions. Avoid letting the soil dry out completely.
- Planting season: The best time to plant peppermint heirloom seeds is in the spring after the last frost has passed. They can also be planted in early fall in milder climates.
- Depth and spacing: Plant the seeds about 1/4 inch deep and space them 18-24 inches apart to allow for adequate air circulation and growth.
- Germination time: Peppermint seeds typically germinate within 10-16 days under optimal conditions.
- Maturity time: Peppermint plants usually reach maturity in about 90 days after planting.
- Harvesting time: The best time to harvest peppermint is in the morning after the dew has dried but before the heat of the day. This helps preserve the essential oils in the leaves.
- Harvesting tips: Use sharp scissors or pruning shears to cut the stems just above a leaf node. Regular harvesting encourages bushier growth. Store harvested peppermint in a cool, dry place or dry the leaves for long-term storage.
