Peppermint has a fresh minty smell and is known to enhance the taste of food. Therefore, take a look at the best tips to maintain the mint plant at home.
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Sunlight
Your Pudina plant is versatile and can grow in full sun to partial shade. The plant needs at least 4-6 hours of sunlight daily.
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Watering
Mint plants don't require much water. Therefore, water the pretty plants once or twice a week and when the top inch of soil feels dry to the touch.
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Pruning
The peppermint plant is fast fast-growing herb and might need to be pruned often. However, prune when the plant is fully flowered.
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Soil
The aromatic plant prefers rich, moist and slightly acidic soils. Mint is strong enough to survive in most types of soil, except in waterlogged conditions.
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Right container
As per the Better Homes And Gardens website, use pots with drainage holes for keeping the mint plant. Keep containers away from heater or a radiator.
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Grow with love
Treat your Pudina plant with tenderness and attention, like a child for a green, happy, and healthy plant.
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