1000 seeds in a 7 grams pouch. Spearmint is a minty herb that’s high in antioxidants and other beneficial plant compounds. It may help balance hormones, lower blood sugar and improve digestion, and can also reduce stress and improve memory. One common way to enjoy this herb is brewed into a tea, which can be made from either fresh or dried leaves.This mint is praised for its great aromatic properties. The ideal temperature for germination is between 18-25℃. Most seeds will germinate within 1-2 weeks, but it may take longer.
Spearmint Menthe Verte
Growth habit:
This plant has a strong ability to adapt to temperature, thriving in higher temperatures as long as it receives suitable water and fertilizer. It can be planted in general soil, but sandy loam and alluvial soil are the best options. The ideal soil pH should be between 6 and 7.5.Application: B/C/E/H/K
Life-Cycle: 24 months or more
Planting Region: Nationwide
Germination Suitable Temperature: 20-25℃
Growth Suitable Temperature: 20-30℃
Emergence Days: 8-10 days
Plant Height: 30-40cm
Adult Crown Width: 50-80cm
Planting Flowering: 140-150 days
Light Needs: Prefers sun and semi-shade
Sowing Season: Early spring to autumn
Planting Difficulty: ★★★
Cultivation Index: ★★
Flowering Color: PinkBiological characteristics:
This aromatic annual herb has scaly leaves on underground branches and roots at nodes. The stems mostly ascend, with some erect or creeping stems. The stem is obtuse quadrangular and purplish red in color. The leaf blade is oval with sparsely rounded teeth, emitting a pleasant aroma. The cymes are multiflorous, with 10-30 flowers, and have a globular and diffused shape. The corolla is pink, and the flower plate is flat on top. The ovary is glabrous, and it flowers in September.Planting guide:
1. When to plant outside:
Start by growing seedlings in a greenhouse in early spring, and then transplant them outside after the last frost has passed. Alternatively, you can grow seedlings in autumn when the temperature stabilizes at 15-20℃.2. Sowing and management:
Since the seeds are relatively small, it's important to prepare a good seedbed before sowing. Turn the soil deeply and evenly, breaking it up at least twice. After preparing the seedbed, evenly mix the seeds and sand in a ratio of 1:5 and spread them on the seedbed. There's no need to cover the seeds with soil or thin cover sieve sand. After sowing, create a small arch over the seedbed and cover it with mulch to maintain moisture. The ideal temperature for germination is between 18-25℃. Most seeds will germinate within 1-2 weeks, but it may take longer.