Water mint cultivation methods and precautions

1. Soil

Water mint prefers a moist soil environment and grows better in loose, fertile, well-drained sandy soil. When planting, you can use river sand and garden soil, and add some rice husk ash to prepare its nutrient soil.

2. Lighting

It is a light-loving plant and usually needs to be exposed to light for a long time. It is best to place it on a balcony or in a well-lit place outdoors for maintenance. Direct light is also acceptable. However, when the light is strong in summer, appropriate shading can be carried out to prevent damage to the leaves caused by strong light.

3. Temperature

It grows best in a warm environment, and the most suitable growth temperature is generally between 18-28℃. During the high temperature period in summer, you can provide appropriate shade to avoid affecting its normal growth. It has a strong tolerance to low temperatures and can grow normally as long as the temperature is not lower than 4℃ in winter.

4. Watering

It grows well in a humid environment and is neither drought-tolerant nor waterlogged. It requires more water during the growing period, and the soil should be kept moist at ordinary times, but do not water it too much each time, otherwise it will be waterlogged. Generally, water as soon as the soil is dry. Each time you water, make sure to water thoroughly, but there should be no water accumulation.

5. Fertilization

It likes fertilizer and needs to be topdressed once a month during the growing season. It is best to use nitrogen fertilizer as the main fertilizer and phosphorus and potassium fertilizer as the supplement. This not only provides it with more nutrients, but also allows it to grow better.