Raising mint has a very important point, it grows more vigorously, and it is green and very energetic all year round!
Peppermint has tenacious vitality, it is a perennial herb of the Lamiaceae family, it is a very aromatic, multi-functional green plant, and some places can also use it to make tea and cook.
And mint is not easy to have pests and diseases, keeping at home has a certain insect repellent effect, preventing mosquitoes, raising a pot of mint on the balcony windowsill, mosquitoes and insects dare not approach, in fact, it is quite practical.
Its vigorous vitality, some mint leaves are green all year round, and can still maintain a good state in winter, and some mint has more effects.
So are there any tips for raising mint at home?
Some friends say that the mint they raise is getting thinner and thinner, and the leaves are getting fewer and fewer, what is going on? Let's discuss the maintenance methods and skills of mint!
1. In fact, to raise mint, we must first understand its growth habits, for example, it used to live in a mountainous environment, and it likes a warm and moist growth environment with sufficient light, so in the process of maintenance, it is necessary to meet these living conditions.
One of the most important things about mint is watering, because it likes a moist growing environment, so keep the potting soil moist in all seasons except winter.
Especially the mint raised outdoors, the potting soil can not be short of water, only with sufficient water, fertilizer and water, its leaves can always maintain a green and eye-catching state, and grow green and lush.
And it will keep sprouting new branches and leaves, which looks lush and lovely. Especially in the summer, when the temperature is high and the evaporation rate is fast.
Watering should be more timely, do not wait until the potting soil is completely dry before watering, we in order to save water and reduce the number of watering.
You can also put a pot or tray at the bottom of the mint pot and fill it with plenty of water, so that it can continue to be hydrated and will not run out of water.
But even if you forget to water, the potting soil is relatively dry, and the leaves are dry, don't worry, its rhizome is in the soil, as long as it is still vigorous, we immediately water it, replenish the water, and it will grow new leaves and new branches.
But watering should also pay attention to one point, that is, the mint raised in a shaded place, and the mint kept at home, do not need to be watered so frequently.
Avoid potting soil water rotten roots and leaves, unventilated places, also need to water less, raise mint outdoors with good light and good ventilation, and when the temperature is a little higher, you can water more appropriately.
2. On the other hand, raising mint also needs sufficient light, like other green plants, it also needs sunlight, less light, it will lead to long branches, thin leaves, yellowish color, leaf loss or rotten branches may occur.
In fact, mint is very cheap, just keep it outdoors, even if it is zero in winter, it will not freeze. Peppermint also needs to be given a little fertilizer frequently, it will grow faster, better and more vigorous, and it will grow to a bursting state!
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