What to do if mint grows too tall

Why is mint easy to grow taller?

Mint grows very tall and sometimes looks messy. It may be because it is too tall. The plant shape of mint that is too tall is loose and it is easy to fall over or creep.

The reason why mint grows too tall is the same as that of most plants. The influence of light, water and fertilizer causes it to grow wildly. Mint needs plenty of light. If it doesn't get enough sunlight, it will grow too tall. In addition, excessive watering or fertilization are important factors that cause mint to grow too tall.

What to do if mint grows too tall

In fact, if you don’t want the mint to grow too tall, the best way is to prevent it, and the preventive measure is to pinch it. When the mint seedlings grow more than 4 leaves, they need to be pinched. Don't be reluctant when pinching the tops, because the more you prune the mint, the more luxuriant it will grow, and the plant will also be dwarfed, and it will not grow too tall and have very small leaves.

If you don't pay attention to pruning the mint you grow and it starts to grow too tall, you need to "shave" it. Shaving is similar to beheading. The upper part of the mint branches should be shaved off, otherwise the mint may grow to more than half a meter.

Shaving the mint can promote the growth of side buds, so that all nutrients are used to develop side buds. But be careful not to cut off all the old leaves on the mint plant when shaving. Leave some to provide nutrients for the growth of new leaves. Wait until the new side buds and new leaves grow out, then cut off the old leaves. Otherwise, if you shave too much, the mint will grow very slowly.