How to Water Moroccan Mint?
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Do you dream of preparing a real mint tea with your own freshly picked leaves? To obtain that strong taste and those bright green leaves, there is no secret: it's all in the water.
Moroccan Mint (Mentha spicata 'Nanah') is a vigorous plant, but it has one requirement: it hates to be thirsty. If the soil dries out, the leaves wilt instantly. If it sits in water, it rots.
How to find the perfect balance for a bountiful harvest? Follow the guide.
1. When and how to water mint?
Mint is a plant that thrives in "moist soil". Unlike thyme or rosemary, which prefer dry conditions, mint needs constant moisture.
- In a pot (Indoors/Balcony): Water 1 to 2 times a week . In the height of summer, this can be increased to daily if the pot is small and exposed to the sun.
- In open ground: Water generously during periods of intense heat. Mint spreads quickly, its roots reaching far for water, but it appreciates moist soil.
The finger test: Stick your finger into the soil. If it's dry to a depth of 1 cm, water it. If it's still damp, wait.
The "Tea Time" Watering Can
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2. The secret of fragrant leaves: The Mist
It's often forgotten, but mint loves humidity. If you grow it indoors, the air is often too dry for it (especially in winter with the heating on).
Why mist your mint?
- Cleaning: You'll be eating these leaves! Regular misting prevents dust buildup.
- Aroma: Humidity awakens the plant's olfactory cells. Mint that is misted smells twice as strong.
- Health: This repels certain parasites (like dust mites) that hate water.
Awaken the aromas
One "pschitt" in the morning, and the whole kitchen smells of fresh mint.
- 🌿 Light Mist: Cleans without damaging tender leaves.
- 💎 Genuine Brass: A noble material that does not rust.
3. Yellow or limp leaves? The diagnosis
Is your mint looking drab? Watering is often the culprit:
- Soft leaves and dry soil: It's thirsty! Water urgently (sitz bath if possible: soak the pot in a basin of water for 10 minutes).
- Yellow leaves and black stems at the base: Overwatering! The roots are rotting. Stop watering, empty the saucer, and let the soil dry out.
Drainage tip: If your mint is in a pot, make sure there are clay pebbles at the bottom and a drainage hole. Mint likes water, but not waterlogged soil.
Water the soil, not the tiles
Mint grows quickly and becomes very dense. It's sometimes difficult to reach the soil through the leaves. Our watering can with a fine spout is the solution.
- 🎯 Tip: Slip the nozzle between the stems to hydrate the roots directly.
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Get your scissors ready!
Now that you've mastered watering, don't hesitate to harvest regularly. The more you cut the mint buds, the denser it will become.
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