10 easy steps to follow while planting mint (pudina) at home
If growing mint from seeds, place two-three seeds evenly in a pot with soil. For cuttings, get a five-inch tall cutting from a healthy plant and plant it directly in soil or start in water until roots form.
Mint needs four-six hours of sunlight daily. Start indoors for a few weeks if planting from seeds and then move outdoors once leaves appear.
Skip fertilisers initially when growing mint from seeds to avoid quick growth without developing strong roots.
Mint spreads horizontally, so give it enough space in a separate corner of your garden or pot.
Plant seeds or cuttings at least five inches deep to accommodate mint's fast growth.
Keep the soil moist, especially during the first few days after planting. Water frequently to prevent drying out.
Trim the top of the mint plant as you use the leaves to encourage fresh growth on all sides.
Change the pot every two-three years or when mint roots outgrow the current pot to ensure healthy growth.
If you notice orange or brown patches on mint leaves indicating rust infection, use a fungicide spray available in the market.
Use a pot with drainage holes to prevent waterlogging, which can attract pests and diseases.