Mentha spicata - 2 Ltr pot

Bulletpoints
* refreshing, aromatic flavour * the flowers are highly favoured by bees, bumblebees and hoverflies * fragrant flowers * suitable for growing in pots

Leaves
Suitable for consumption. The medium green, toothed leaves are egg-shaped and have a refreshing, aromatic flavour.

Growth habit
Upright, stoloniferous.

Water
Water regularly and allow the soil to dry out in the meantime.

Sowing
Sow under glass from March to May. Sow outdoors from May to June.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady position.

Soil
Standard container plant soil. Normal soil.

Planting time
Planting: Spring to summer.

Tasks
- Sowing outdoors: In the period from May to June - Harvest: In the period from May to October - Sowing under glass: In the period from March to May.

Care
Too much fertiliser harms the herb flavour! Herbs are well cared for in planters if they are given herb fertiliser once in spring. When planted out in the garden, a dose of compost at the start of the season is sufficient.

Use
Tubs, cottage garden, bee pasture, pond edge, streamside, vegetable garden, tea, medicinal plant, drinks