American Mint likes warm environment and has strong cold resistance. In winter, it can survive outdoors. There is no need to keep warm and cool in four seasons. Normal maintenance is good. Unless you put American Mint in a cold storage at - 30 ~ 40 ℃, it won't die in any way.
American Mint likes to be sunny and shade resistant. Potted American Mint should be put in sunny place. Lack of sunshine will lead to excessive length of branches and leaves, thin stem nodes, unable to withstand the impact of the outside world. A little breeze is likely to fall. But it can't be directly exposed to strong light. It needs to be properly shaded in midsummer.
American Mint needs enough water for its growth and its drought resistance is poor, so watering is very important. Water once every 3-5 days during the growth period to keep the soil moist, and water once every 2 days for the flowers with smaller flowerpots.
The growth of peppermint plantlet needs enough water. Only drinking enough water can it grow fast, but it must not accumulate water.
American Mint grows rapidly, but it also needs sufficient nutrients. It should be fertilized every half month during the growing season.
The top dressing in spring should be mainly nitrogen fertilizer to promote the growth of branches and leaves. Before flowering in late May, it is necessary to increase P and K fertilizer to promote flowering, enhance the plant's resistance to disease and insect pests.
American Mint is also a kind of vanilla. The more pruning resistant it is, the better it will grow. It is necessary to remove the heart in time, control the height and promote the germination of new branches. Pruning should be carried out from May to June, and the height and flowering period of plants should be adjusted slowly.
After American Mint blooms, the remnant flowers will remain at the top of the branches. The branches should be cut from the ground 5cm, which is conducive to flowering next year.
