Mentha Seeds - Mint

Mentha piperita L. also known as peppermint and part of the Lamiaceae family, is a perennial herb that grows creeping stolons. Peppermint is a cross between spearmint and watermint varieties. These premium quality, organic seeds produce plants with fine-serrated leaves and a sweet minty scent. The peppermint plants are hardy and cold-tolerant, making them an ideal choice for growing in climates with a short growing season. PLANT INFORMATION: Plant Name: Peppermint Taxonomy: Mentha piperita Life Cycle: PerennialUSDA Zones: 3 - 10Height: 24 inchesBloom Season: Summer to fallBloom Color: PinkLight Preferences: Full sun to partial shadeSoil Type: Rich, moist soil with a slightly acidic pH between 6.5 and 7.0Deer Resistant: Yes PLANTING GUIDE Temperature: 72FAverage Germ Time: 10 - 15 daysLight Required: YesDepth: 1/8 - 1/4 inch deepSowing Rate: 3 - 5 seeds per plantMoisture: Keep seeds moist until germinationPlant Spacing: 18 - 24 inches Start peppermint seeds indoors using