{"product_id":"spearmint-mint-seeds","title":"SPEARMINT (Mint) Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpearmint (Mentha spicata) is a vigorous perennial herb with bright-green, serrated leaves and a cool, sweet, minty flavor.\u003c\/strong\u003e An easy-to-grow, spreading herb prized for teas, cooking, and fresh garnishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mentha spicata\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heirloom, open-pollinated perennial herb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDays to maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e about 60 to 90 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e perennial in USDA zones 5 to 9\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSun:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to partial shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18 to 24 inches apart\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e surface sow and press in, seeds need light to germinate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12 to 24 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBest for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrewing hot and iced teas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlavoring desserts and beverages\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSauces such as mint jelly and chutney\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFresh garnishes for fruit and drinks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContainer growing to control spread\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to grow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSow seeds on the surface of moist, well-drained soil and press in lightly, since they need light to germinate. Grow in full sun to partial shade and keep the soil consistently moist. Spearmint spreads aggressively by runners, so growing it in a container or buried pot helps keep it contained. Harvest often to encourage fresh growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlavor profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCool, sweet, and refreshing with a classic mint aroma and no sharp menthol bite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout 99Heirlooms\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e99Heirlooms specializes in non-GMO, open-pollinated heirloom seeds chosen for flavor and reliability, so you can grow proven varieties and save seed season after season.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"99Heirlooms.com","offers":[{"title":"500mg","offer_id":50304498368790,"sku":"H-46","price":1.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0832\/5555\/8422\/files\/SPEARMINT_Mint_Seeds.jpg?v=1764098682","url":"https:\/\/madelines.sbs\/products\/spearmint-mint-seeds","provider":"Madeline's","version":"1.0","type":"link"}