50-70 Days to maturity. Mentha spicata. Spearmint Seeds. Non-GMO, perennial, open-pollinated, heirloom. Suitable for growing in fields, containers, garden plots, raised beds, and greenhouses. Enjoy the vibrant, fruity aroma of Spearmint—an easy-to-grow perennial perfect for fresh teas, cocktails, and culinary uses. This vigorous herb is delightfully refreshing and highly versatile, flourishing best in moist, rich soil—especially when kept in a contained area. Approximately 11,000 seeds/oz. Latin Name: Mentha spicata Hardiness Zone: Perennial 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 Days to Maturity:50-70 Days to Germination: 14-14 Seeding Depth: 0.125 inch Direct Sow: Yes Start Indoors: Yes, 6-8 weeks before transplanting. Plant Spacing: 12-18 inches Row Spacing: 12-18 inches Plant Height: 24-24 inches Plant Width: 12-18 inches Growth Habit: Spreading Deer Resistant: No Soil Preference: Rich, moist, well-drained soil with a pH between 6.0 and 7.5. Temperature Preference: Cooler Germination Temperature: 70 F Light Preference: Partial Shade Pests and Diseases: Generally resistant; occasionally susceptible to rust, leaf spot, aphids, spider mites, and root rot if overwatered. Spearmint Color: Green Spearmint Flavor: Fruity, minty, aromatic Garden Size: Container, Garden Plot, Raised Bed Climate Tolerance: Tolerant of moist conditions; can become invasive due to spreading rhizomes. Growing Spearmint in the Garden Spearmint can be sown directly after the last frost or started indoors about 8 weeks before transplanting. Sow seeds 0.125 inch deep, spaced 12-18 inches apart, in rich, moist, well-drained soil. Keep soil consistently moist and prune regularly to encourage bushier growth and delay flowering. Growing in containers or using barriers in garden beds helps control its spreading rhizomes. Harvesting and use of Spearmint Harvest before or just as the plant flowers, when leaves are most flavorful. Cut stems just above a leaf node to encourage new growth, and trim yellow or flowering stems to maintain vigor. About Spearmint Garden Seeds Spearmint is one of the most versatile and popular garden mints, prized for its fruity aroma and flavor. Native to Europe and temperate Asia, it's been used since ancient times for culinary, medicinal, and aromatic purposes. It spreads easily via rhizomes, so it's often grown in containers or controlled areas to prevent it from overtaking garden space. Tips From Our Gardeners "Spearmint's such a workhorse in my kitchen—one snip and I've got mojitos, mint tea, or salad garnish ready. Just be sure to plant it in a pot, or it'll happily take over your whole garden!" - Jerry Sawyer, True Leaf Market Writer Spearmint Seeds Per Package: 150 mg Packet - Approximately 1,650 Seeds 1 g - Wholesale - Approximately 11,000 Seeds 5 g - Bulk - Approximately 55,000 Seeds Non-GMO Spearmint seeds are available for Fast Free Shipping on qualifying orders.
