Herb Mint Seeds

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Keep fresh flavor close at hand with mint seeds from David's Garden Seeds®. Mint brings aromatic green foliage to herb gardens and containers, with harvested leaves that brighten drinks, fruit dishes, salads and sauces. Compare the individual varieties for flavor, mature size and growing requirements before choosing your garden favorite.

Why Grow Mint?

Fresh kitchen flavor: Pick leaves as needed for herbal infusions, chilled drinks, dressings and desserts.
Fragrant foliage: Mint's distinctive aroma makes it a welcome addition to a kitchen herb collection.
Repeat harvests: Established plants can produce fresh leafy shoots after regular light clipping during active growth.
Container-friendly growing: A separate pot keeps mint within easy reach and helps manage its vigorous roots.

Growing Mint from Seed

Sow shallowly: Follow your packet's directions for depth and temperature. Avoid burying tiny seeds deeply and keep the seed-starting medium lightly moist during germination.
Provide bright light: Give young seedlings strong light, then gradually harden them off before transplanting outdoors.
Choose sun or partial shade: Mint grows well with good light, while afternoon shade can help in hot climates.
Maintain moisture and drainage: Water consistently for tender leafy growth without leaving roots in standing water. Containers may need more frequent watering during hot weather.
Contain spreading runners: Mint can spread vigorously through underground stems and take over nearby planting space. Grow it in its own container, check drainage holes for escaping roots and trim stems that reach surrounding soil.
Refresh established plants: Clip leggy growth and divide crowded clumps as needed. Hardiness and winter dormancy depend on the variety and local conditions.
Expect natural variation: Seed-grown mint can vary in aroma and leaf character. Follow the individual listing rather than assuming every mint has the same flavor or growth habit.

Harvesting and Culinary Uses

Harvest gently: Once plants are established, snip tender stem tips above a pair of leaves, leaving enough growth for recovery.
Use fresh: Rinse harvested leaves and add them to fruit salads, yogurt sauces, vegetable dishes or drinks. Start with a small amount and adjust to taste.
Make an herbal infusion: Steep clean leaves in hot water for a fragrant drink, or cool the infusion before serving over ice.
Preserve your harvest: Freeze clean leaves in small portions or dry them thoroughly in a shaded, airy place. Store dried leaves in clean, dry containers away from heat and light.

Traditional Uses and Important Precautions

Mint has a long history in food and traditional herbal preparations, but these seeds are offered for growing plants, not for treating medical conditions. Use only correctly identified culinary varieties for food. Concentrated extracts and essential oils are not interchangeable with harvested leaves, and essential oils should not be swallowed. Consult a qualified healthcare professional before medicinal use, especially during pregnancy or breastfeeding, for children or when taking medication. Packet seeds are for planting, not direct consumption.

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