8 Amazing Tips To Grow Peppermint At home

Producer: Swati Chaturvedi

Choose a sunny spot with well-draining soil.

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Start with peppermint seeds or cuttings.

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Plant them about 18 inches apart.

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Water regularly, keeping soil moist but not waterlogged.

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Mulch around plants to retain moisture and suppress weeds.

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Harvest leaves when they're young for best flavor.

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Trim regularly to encourage bushy growth.

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