Peppermint is a vigorous perennial herb with dark green leaves, high menthol content and an intense cooling flavour. It spreads quickly by underground runners, so grow it in a pot unless you want it taking over the garden.
Fresh peppermint leaves in hot water make a tea that is genuinely better than anything from a teabag. Also excellent in summer drinks, salads, lamb dishes and chocolate desserts. Once established, you will have more mint than you can use, which is not a bad problem to have.
ðą Sowing depth: Surface sow or cover very lightly; seeds need light to germinateâ
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Ideal planting months for Ireland: Sow from March-May indoors or under cover; plant out after last frostâ
âïļ Light requirements: Full sun to partial shadeâ
ðĄïļ Germination time: Approximately 10-21 days at 15-20 °Câ
ð Plant height: Around 30-90 cm at maturityâ
ðŠī Spacing: 30-45 cm between plants or one plant per generous potâ
âģ Days to maturity: About 60-80 days to first substantial harvest; perennial with harvests in following yearsâ
𧊠Approximate seeds quantity: about 500 seeds per packet
