Mint is a fresh, aromatic herb that adds a flavorful twist to teas, desserts, salads, and Asian dishes. It's easy to grow in Auk – just follow the steps below!
In short:
Sow half a bag of seeds per pot, and leave them on the surface of the coco fiber
Keep the temperature at 20 °C (68 °F) or higher for best growth.
Mint germinates in 6–14 days.
Plants are ready for harvest after 4–8 weeks.
Can live for several months in Auk with regular trimming and good care.
Sow half a bag of seeds per pot
Here’s how to do it:
Fill the pots with coco fiber (one bag is enough for all pots).
Distribute the seeds evenly over the surface.
Leave the seeds on top of the coco fiber – don't push them into the fiber.
Cover the coco fiber and seeds with Top Layer – that will not affect germination.
Seeds germinate after 6–14 days at 20–24 °C (68–75 °F).
Start harvesting after 4–8 weeks (cut entire stems right above the fiber)
Mint is ready to harvest after 4–8 weeks and will keep growing throughout the season:
Harvest from the top and cut just above a node (where two new leaves grow out).
Harvest a maximum of ⅓ of the plant at a time.
Remove wilted leaves and flower buds to extend the plant's lifespan and preserve flavor.
💡 Mint regrows quickly – the more you harvest, the more it produces!
Start in Auk and repot after 4–8 weeks (when it’s 10 °C / 50 °F or warmer)
Want to grow mint outdoors? Start in Auk and repot when the weather allows:
You can repot young mint plants after 4–8 weeks.
Be gentle with the roots and move the plant to a larger pot or outdoors.
Note: Night temperatures should consistently stay above 10 °C (50 °F).
Mint spreads easily and can survive winter in mild climates.
Fun fact 🌿
Mint contains menthol — a natural compound that triggers cold receptors in the mouth, creating a refreshing, cooling sensation. It can even help ease the burn from spicy food!
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