How To Grow Mint (Pudina) From Seeds?

By Shama Parveen

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Mint is the most popular herb in India as well as in other countries, it is very easy to grow in homes. It has dark green, strong scented leaves which are the most culinary herb plants. The mint leaves are used in salad, juices, sauces, and even eaten raw for fresh breath.

Sow the mint seeds in the spring or autumn or in a frost-free climate.

Sow the Mint seeds directly in pots or grow bags, you can also start them in a seedling tray and then transplant them after the seeds germinate.

Select pots or grow bags that are at least 9-15 inches (wide and deep) that have well-draining holes.

Mint seeds germinate in about 7-14 days at temperatures around 16-21°C.

Mint plant doesn’t need too much water, give water whenever you feel the soil becomes dry.

Mint plant requires at least 6 hours of sunlight every day.

 You can cut the mint leaves when the plant is about 1 foot tall and is 50-60 days old after planting.

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