Enjoy the refreshing aroma and clean flavor of homegrown mint with Spearmint Seeds – Fresh Herb Variety. These high-quality, non-GMO seeds produce vigorous spearmint plants known for their lush leaf growth, cool minty fragrance, and versatility in teas, cooking, and garnishes.
Perfect for both indoor and outdoor planting, spearmint thrives in containers, raised beds, kitchen gardens, and patio pots. This hardy herb grows quickly, spreads easily, and provides continuous harvests throughout the warm season, making it a favorite for beginners and experienced gardeners.
Features
- Premium non-GMO spearmint seeds
- Produces highly aromatic, refreshing mint leaves
- Ideal for containers, pots, and kitchen gardens
- Fast-growing perennial herb
- Excellent for teas, drinks, garnishes, and cooking
- Strong germination and vigorous spreading habit
- Great for beginners and all gardening skill levels
Specifications
- Seed Type: Spearmint Seeds
- Common Name (US): Mint Herb Seeds
- Plant Type: Perennial herb
- Heirloom: Varies by batch
- GMO Status: Non-GMO
- Season: Spring planting for best results
- USDA Zones: 3–11
- Sun Exposure: Full sun to partial shade
- Soil Requirements: Moist, well-drained soil
- Soil pH: 6.0–7.5
- Days to Germination: 7–14 days
- Days to Maturity: 60–90 days
- Growth Habit: Spreading herb
- Plant Height: 12–24 inches
- Watering Needs: Moderate, keep soil lightly moist
- Aroma: Fresh, cool mint fragrance
- Ideal Uses: Teas, beverages, salads, culinary herbs
Planting Guide
- When to Plant:
- Start indoors 6–8 weeks before the last frost, or sow directly outdoors once soil warms.
- How to Plant:
- Sow seeds on the surface and lightly press into soil.
- Keep soil consistently moist until seeds sprout.
- Thin plants to 12–18 inches apart.
- Sunlight:
- Grows well in full sun or partial shade.
- Watering:
- Maintain even moisture; do not allow soil to fully dry out.
- Care:
- Mint spreads quickly; grow in pots to control spread.
- Trim regularly to encourage dense, leafy growth.
- Harvesting:
- Pick leaves once plants are 6–8 inches tall.
- Regular harvesting encourages continuous production.