Kitchen StapleMentha species · Lamiaceae (Mint family)
Spearmint (Desi Pudina)
The classic Indian pudina used in chutneys, raita and street food. Sweet, gentle mint flavour and a fast spreading habit that keeps your kitchen supplied.
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Light
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Partial shade to gentle morning sun. 3 to 4 hours of soft sunlight is enough, protect from harsh afternoon sun.
Watering
Daily light watering in summer, every 2 days otherwise. Mint loves consistently moist soil.
About Mint
Mint is the hardest working herb in an Indian kitchen. From pudina chutney and raita to chai, jaljeera and summer drinks, fresh home grown mint beats store bought every time. It grows fast, spreads eagerly, and regrows within days of harvesting.
Botanical name
Mentha species
Family
Lamiaceae (Mint family)
Origin
Mediterranean and temperate Asia, grown in every Indian kitchen garden
Local names
Pudina, Mint
Uses
- ✓Pudina chutney, raita and biryani garnish
- ✓Mint chai, jaljeera and mojitos
- ✓Digestive home remedies
- ✓Natural breath freshener straight off the plant
- ✓Companion plant that confuses garden pests
Watering Guide
Daily light watering in summer, every 2 days otherwise. Mint loves consistently moist soil.
- •Never let mint dry out fully, it wilts fast but recovers with water
- •Keep soil moist, not waterlogged
- •A saucer of water under the pot helps in peak summer
- •Droopy leaves are a thirst signal, water immediately
Soil Mix Recipe
- Garden soil1 part
- Compost1 part
- Coco peat1 part, holds the moisture mint loves
Best Practices
- ★Grow mint in its own wide, shallow pot, it will invade any shared pot
- ★Harvest often, cutting stems just above a leaf pair to trigger regrowth
- ★Refresh the plant every few months by replanting a few runners
- ★Pinch off flower buds to keep the leaves tender and flavourful
Growth Journey
Watch your Mint grow, from day one to full glory
Settling in
Week 1 to 2
Height: 8 to 12 cm
Runner spread
Week 3 to 6
Height: 15 to 20 cm
First harvest
Week 6 to 8
Height: 20 to 30 cm
Full pot
Month 3+
Height: 30 to 40 cm
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