Mint Seeds

Sow mint seeds indoors 0.5cm deep in small trays of compost in pots or seed trays. Keep the compost damp and place it in a warm position. Germination can take up to two weeks. Once seedlings are large enough to handle, transplant them into individual pots, grow in cooler but not cold conditions and gradually accustom them to the outside conditions. For outdoor growing, sow the mint seeds 0.5cm deep in finely prepared soil that has already been watered.

Yes, mint seeds need light to germinate. Sow the seeds 0.5cm deep in damp compost and keep them in a warm place. A windowsill or greenhouse works well. Ensuring the soil is moist will help encourage germination, too.

Mint seeds usually germinate within two weeks, but the plants take a few months to reach a good size. Growth speeds up in warmer weather, and with regular watering and picking, plants will quickly fill out. Mint spreads easily, too, so growing it in pots helps keep it under control while still providing plenty of fresh leaves for picking.