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How to grow and care for Mentha spicata

plant care guide about watering, fertilizing, trimming, repotting, cutting, propagating Mentha spicata, Common mint, Menthol mint

Mentha spicata 101 - Plant Care Instructions

Bright direct light

15C° ~21C°

Every 4 days

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How to water Mentha spicata

How often should I water?

check Mentha spicata Every 4 days if it needs water when it’s very cold (below 5℃), water less frequently

When do I need to water?

the top 2-3 inches of soil is dry

Signs that it really needs water

Leaf drooping, wilting, wrinkled

When is the Dormant period?

it goes into dormancy in the Winter. during the period, 1.5~2x the watering interval you use in the warm season.

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Light & Location

How much light does a Mentha spicata need?

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Bright direct light

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Light preference

Mentha spicata likes Bright direct light, Grow light day. The brighter the space, the better this plant grows.

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This plant prefers
2K ~ 20K lux to thrive!

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Temperature

Natural habitat

-27

-27~38℃

45

Houseplants

-15

15~21℃

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Plants that grow in the wild and those that grow indoors prefer different temperatures. If you grow Mentha spicata at home, make sure the temperature is 15~21℃.

Humidity

Ideal humidity

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40~70%

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Mentha spicata prefers humidity about 40~70%. If necessary, increase humidity by misting, humidifier.

Fertilize

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When should I fertilize?

Only when your plant is healthy

How frequently should I fertilize?

1-2 times in growing season. A pinch for a small pot.

Characteristic

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HabitatEurope

Is Mentha spicata toxic?

Mentha spicata is dangerous to Cat, Hamster, Dog

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Hamster

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