Spearmint (Mentha spicata) is a vigorous perennial herb cherished for its refreshing aroma and cool, sweet flavor. Widely used in teas, culinary dishes, and natural remedies, spearmint is a must-have in any kitchen or herbal garden. Easy to grow in beds or containers, it spreads quickly and provides continuous harvests of fresh green leaves. Ideal for herbal teas, flavoring, and pollinator-friendly gardens.
Seed Information
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Type: Herb Seeds
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Common Name: Spearmint
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Genus: Mentha
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Species: Mentha spicata
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Life Cycle: Perennial
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Features: Aromatic foliage, culinary and tea herb, fast spreading, pollinator friendly
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Season of Interest: Spring through fall (leaf harvest)
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Indoor/Outdoor: Both (outdoor gardens or indoor containers)
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Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
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Cultivating Difficulty: Easy
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Watering: Moderate, prefers consistently moist soil
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Climate: Temperate, Mediterranean, Humid Subtropical
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Growth Habit: Vigorous spreading perennial, 12–24 in tall
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Soil Type: Moist, fertile, well-draining soil
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Soil pH: 6.0–7.5
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Planting Time: Spring after frost or indoors year-round in pots
Grow Instructions
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When to Plant: Sow indoors 6–8 weeks before last frost or direct sow outdoors in spring
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Soil: Fertile, moist, well-draining soil enriched with compost
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Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
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Watering: Keep soil evenly moist; do not let dry out
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Spacing: 12–18 inches apart; consider containers to control spreading
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Germination: 10–15 days at 65–75°F (18–24°C)
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Harvest: Begin harvesting leaves once plants are 6–8 in tall; cut regularly to encourage new growth
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Tips: Grows vigorously; best contained in pots to prevent spreading; trim often for bushier growth
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