Mentha piperita Seeds (Peppermint)

Peppermint (Mentha piperita) is a perennial herb widely cultivated for its aromatic leaves and oil. It is known for its strong menthol fragrance and cooling sensation. The plant has a bushy and upright growth habit, with leafy green oval-shaped leaves and purple flowers. It is commonly referred to as balm mint due to its soothing properties. Peppermint prefers moist soil and partial shade, but can tolerate full sun in cooler climates. It typically grows to a height of 1-2 feet. Peppermint is hardy in USDA zones 3-8. Mentha piperita seeds are used for propagation and can be easily obtained for growing this versatile plant.

Growing Mentha piperita from Seed

• Growth cycle: Perennial
• Watering: Medium
• Sunlight: Medium Sun
• Suitable climates: Arid, Highland, Humid Continental, Humid Subtropical, Mediterranean, Semiarid
• Where to grow: Indoor & Outdoors
• Flower color: Purple

Germinating Peppermint Flower Seeds

To germinate Mentha piperita, start by planting the seeds in a well-draining potting mix, keeping it moist but not waterlogged. Place the pot in a warm location with indirect sunlight, and the seeds should germinate within 10-14 days.

We source all of our Mentha piperita seeds from a small greenhouse facility based in southeastern Maine and store them in a dark, temperature-controlled environment before shipment. You’ll find that our fresh Peppermint seeds are much easier to germinate than the mass-produced packets of flower seeds found in stores! If you have any trouble growing Peppermint seeds, we’re happy to send you additional gardening tips. In the (unlikely) event that your Mentha piperita seeds do not germinate at all, we’ll give you a full refund, no questions asked.

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