Peppermint 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!

Sow 40–60 seeds and leave them on top of the coco peat (mint needs light to germinate)

Here’s how to do it:

Fill the pots with cocopeat

Distribute the seeds evenly on the surface.

Do not cover with coco peat – leave the seeds on top.

Seeds germinate after 6–14 days at 20–24 °C.

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:

Use pruner to cut entire stems just above the fiber.

Harvest full stems from the outer edge — this lets light reach the center of the plant and stimulates fuller growth.

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 em-Li and repot after 4–8 weeks (when it’s 10 °C or warmer)

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.

Mint spreads easily and can survive winter in mild climates.