{"product_id":"peppermint-5-pot","title":"Peppermint - 5\" Pot","description":"\u003cp\u003eMentha piperita, Peppermint, is a fast-spreading aromatic herb prized for its strong, cooling menthol flavour. A natural hybrid of watermint and spearmint, it forms a low, leafy mat of dark green, purple-tinged leaves on square reddish stems, occasionally bearing small mauve flower spikes. The leaves are widely used fresh or dried in teas, chutneys, sherbets, desserts and the famous pudina chutney, as well as for oils and home remedies. Easy to grow in pots or moist, partly shaded beds, peppermint thrives in cooler Indian conditions but needs protection from harsh midday summer sun. A must-have kitchen-garden herb.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFamily\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLamiaceae\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eNative region\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEurope (hybrid origin); widely cultivated\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30-60 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature spread\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpreading, indefinite\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eGrowth rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFast\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFoliage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAromatic, dark green, purple-tinged\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower colour\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePale mauve to pink\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower season\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSummer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eClimate zone\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTemperate to subtropical\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCare guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSunlight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePartial shade to morning sun; avoid harsh midday sun\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWatering\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFrequent; keep soil consistently moist\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSoil \/ mix\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRich, moist, well-drained loam\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eTemperature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCool to warm 10-30 C; struggles in extreme heat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eHumidity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate to high\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFertilizer\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLight balanced or organic feed periodically\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePruning\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePinch and harvest often; cut back to renew\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eRepotting\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYearly; refresh soil, divide congested clumps\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePropagation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCuttings, runners, division (very easy)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePests \u0026amp; problems\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAphids, spider mites, rust, mint beetle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eToxicity \/ safety\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNon-toxic; edible (large doses can upset pets)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eDifficulty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEasy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eUses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA key culinary herb for pudina chutney, teas, raita, sherbets and garnishes; also used for menthol oil, mouth fresheners and home remedies.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn India grow peppermint in pots in partial shade with constantly moist soil; it dislikes intense summer heat, so shelter it and water often, harvesting regularly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow often should I water peppermint?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWater frequently to keep the soil consistently moist; mint wilts quickly and dislikes drying out, especially in containers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow much sun does it need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt prefers partial shade or gentle morning sun. In India shelter it from harsh midday summer sun, which scorches the leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs peppermint safe for pets?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is non-toxic and edible for people, though large amounts may upset a pet's stomach, so allow only small nibbles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow do I propagate it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eVery easily from stem cuttings, runners or by dividing the clump; cuttings even root in a glass of water.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes it spread aggressively?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, mint spreads vigorously by runners, so growing it in a pot is recommended to keep it contained.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy are my mint leaves turning brown or spotted?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is often rust or sun scorch; improve airflow, avoid wetting foliage at night, give shade, and remove affected leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow and when do I harvest it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eHarvest regularly by pinching sprigs from the top; frequent picking keeps the plant bushy and productive.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan it be grown indoors?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, on a bright windowsill or balcony with good light, steady moisture and protection from intense heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs it toxic?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo, it is non-toxic and a common edible herb, though concentrated mint oil should be used cautiously.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat fertiliser should I use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFeed lightly with a balanced or organic fertiliser every few weeks during active growth for lush, flavourful leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"vedicflora","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51256283365622,"sku":"PLT-PEPPERMINT-P05-NA","price":99.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0805\/4980\/6326\/files\/nurserylive-mentha-piperita-peppermint-plant.jpg?v=1783923297","url":"https:\/\/vedicflora.com\/products\/peppermint-5-pot","provider":"vedicflora","version":"1.0","type":"link"}