This versatile herb can be used in baking, vegetable and meat dishes, sauces, preserves, jellies and beverages. A great choice for home gardens, and hardy to Zone 3. Plants can be invasive if allowed to spread freely and should be planted in a container. Water generously in dry weather.
SKU: 142220
Growing Information
Days to Germination:
7 to 16 days
Days to Maturity:
85 days
Growing Height:
30-60 cm (12-24")
Key Features
Product Weight: 70 milligrams / Approximately 500-600 seeds
Flavor: Cool and refreshing mint
Preparation Ideas: Brew fresh picked spearmint leaves from the garden with hot water and honey to taste.
Seed Type: Open Pollinated
Plant Type: herb
Latin Name: Mentha spicata
Instructions
Start seed indoors 6-8 weeks prior to last spring frost. Harvest leaves as needed.
Planting Depth: 3 mm (1/8")
Plantling Spacing: 40 cm (16")
Row Spacing: 40 cm (16")
Suggestions
Plant can be invasive and should be restrained from moving into adjacent paths and lawns. Cut out bottom of a container. Dig hole in garden and insert container. Plant the Spearmint in the container.