Mint care
Mentha spicata needs bright light with no direct sun. Check the soil before you water.
This is general care advice. Check the label of your plant. Keep toxic plants away from pets and children.
Add to my plantsCare at a glance
- Botanical name
- Mentha spicata
- Other names
- Spearmint, Peppermint
- Light
- Bright light, no direct sun. Put it in a bright window. A few hours of sun are good.
- Soil check
- Every 2 to 4 days in the growing season. The app learns the real time.
- Humidity
- Medium humidity
- Feeding
- Feed once a month in spring and summer. Do not feed in winter.
How to check the soil of Mint
How does the soil feel on the surface?
Touch the soil surface. This plant must never dry out.
- Dry: the surface feels dry and light. Water the plant.
- Damp: the surface feels cool and a little moist. Do not water yet.
- Wet: the surface is soggy, or you see water. Do not water. Check the drainage.
Do not water on a fixed day. Test the soil first. Read the soil check guide.
Soil mix
Use a rich potting soil that holds some water and drains well.
Tips for Mint
- Grow mint in its own pot. The runners spread fast and crowd other plants.
- Cut the stems back hard when they get long and woody. New leaves grow fast.
- Orange spots under the leaves are rust. Cut off those leaves and throw them away.
- Repot or divide the plant every year. Old roots fill the pot.
Pet safety
Toxic to cats and dogs. Keep it away from pets and children.
ASPCA: Mint