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Mint is undoubtedly one of the most appreciated aromatic plants, especially in summer. With its intense flavour and intoxicating smell, it accompanies our dishes and especially drinks and sweets.
Mint, on the other hand, can also be used for other purposes, such as household chores. Inimitable when it comes to deodorising rooms.
But what do you do to always have a good supply at home? Ideally, you should have one or more seedlings on hand, which is why today we will show you how to grow mint in pots and in the garden!
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In addition to the uses specified above, mint has countless beneficial properties.
First of all, it aids digestion , while improving the freshness of breath .
It also has an antiseptic and antibacterial action. And it affects the fluidifying capacity of the secretions of the respiratory system.
Not forgetting its balsamic effect , extremely pleasant in both winter and summer.
So what are you waiting for to grow it at home?
Let’s see how to do it now.
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You don’t necessarily need a large garden to have a good vegetable garden. And keeping a mint plant on the balcony is easier than you think.
First of all, the best time to grow it is in spring. So arm yourself with a pot of at least 40-45 cm or even 60 cm if you have plenty of space available.
Once this is done, in its sprouting phase expose it to direct sunlight. This will help it grow healthier, stronger and more luxuriant.
Furthermore, having found the ideal climate, the mint will not think twice about expanding dramatically. Therefore, carry out decanting at the pace of its growth.
In the garden
If, on the other hand, you have a large garden, all you have to do is roll up your sleeves and create a nice scented corner.
Before you start, you should know that mint, although it adapts easily to any climate, has only one enemy: humidity.
As is the case with other plants, it is best to avoid water stagnation and excessively damp soil. These are factors that can negatively affect its growth over time.
It is therefore preferable to use cloths to cover the stems during the coldest and rainiest periods.
As for watering, it is sufficient to water it regularly so that the soil is moist and not soggy. This also applies to pot culture.
NB Be careful not to get the leaves wet.
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