Perennial, and can be grown successfully from seed. Useful in sauces and jellies, and with peas, beans, carrots, beetroot, potatoes and spinach. We recommend growing in a pot as mint is extremely vigorous.
Growing Information
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Sowing Information
Sow in a propagator on a windowsill or in a greenhouse at approx, 15-20oC (60-68oF). Cover seeds with 6mm (1?4″) sieved compost. Germination 7-16 days. Transplant seedlings when large enough to handle into 7.5cm (3″) pots, grow on eventually planting outside or in a patio container. Mint can be invasive. It can be restricted by sinking an old pot or bucket into the soil and planting therein. Grows best in rich, moist soil in semi-shade.
