Mentha spicata, commonly known as Spearmint, is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe and Asia. It is a member of the mint family and has a sweet, refreshing taste and aroma. Spearmint is used in culinary applications to flavor a variety of dishes and beverages, and it is also used in the production of mint oil, which has numerous industrial and commercial applications. The plant is also believed to have medicinal properties, and it is used in traditional medicine to treat digestive problems, nausea, headaches, and other ailments.
Lighting: Full Sun
Watering: Water Moderately
Watering Frequency: Every 2-4 Days
Aphids: Aphids are tiny, pear-shaped insects that range in color from green to yellow to black. They feed on the sap of plants using their sharp, piercing mouthparts and can cause stunted growth, curling leaves, and other damage. They reproduce quickly and can form large colonies, making them a common pest in gardens and greenhouses..
Powercote NPK 15+15+15+TE (450g): Monthly.