Mint
Also known as: Field Mint, Japanese Mint, Cornmint
Tamil Name: Pudhina; Scientific Name: Mentha arvensis var piperascens;
Planting/Sowing
Jun – Jul;
Harvesting
Aug – Sep; Nov – Dec;
First Harvest
~60 Days
Also known as: Field Mint, Japanese Mint, Cornmint
Tamil Name: Pudhina; Scientific Name: Mentha arvensis var piperascens;
Jun – Jul;
Aug – Sep; Nov – Dec;
~60 Days
Crop category | Herb |
Life span | Perennial |
Type of crop | Herb |
Part(s) of the crop to harvest | Leaves |
Avg. Height | 12 to 18 inches |
Most mint varieties are unsuited for tropical climates, however, Japanese Mint grows well in tropical and sub-tropical regions.
When to plant / sow seeds (ideal season):
June to July;
How to plant:
Direct sowing of stem cuttings; It is best to plant mint in containers/pots as it spreads rapidly and invasively.
How to Grow Greens and How to Grow Microgreens sections as Fenugreek makes an excellent microgreen.
NOTE: Please refer to theRooted stem cuttings are planted in beds at 40 x 40 cm spacing;
Guides in the Knowledge Base for more details on topics ranging from Spacing & Lighting to Soil and Nutrients.
NOTE: Please go through theIrrigation twice a week;
Watering & Irrigation guide for more info.
NOTE: Irrigation should depend on how moist / wet the soil is. Check your plants everyday to see if they require irrigation or not. Check thePrune plants back hard in early summer to promote good top growth.
When to harvest
First cutting starts in about 2 months after planting and subsequently at 3 month intervals. Young leaves have more flavour than old ones, and can be harvested as soon as they come up.
How to harvest
Right before flowering, cut the stems 1 inch from the ground. You can harvest one mint plant two or three times in one growing season. You can also just pick the leaves as you need them.
NOTE: Harvest periods can vary depending on environmental, climatic, and soil conditions.
Pests | Aphids |
Common Diseases/ Problems | Wilt |
Pest and Disease prevention measure(s) | Control aphids with a strong spray of water or with a botanical insecticidal soap. |
Pest & Disease Control for more information.
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