Mint Herb Seeds Packet

$2.35

2025 Seed Prices

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Mint (Mentha spp.) is a hardy, fast-growing herb known for its refreshing aroma and culinary versatility. Mint is commonly used in teas, desserts, salads, and savory dishes, and it has a long history of medicinal use. It is easy to cultivate and can thrive in gardens, containers, or indoors. Mint is a versatile, fast-growing herb that is easy to cultivate both indoors and outdoors. With its refreshing flavor, medicinal benefits, and pest-repellent properties, it is a valuable addition to any garden. By following proper planting, maintenance, and harvesting techniques, you can enjoy an abundant supply of fresh mint throughout the growing season.

SKU: SEMINT
Barcode: 843458160557

Product Detail

Order in multiples of: 12

  • Year Designed: 2024
Quick Seed Overview
  • Plant Type: Perennial
  • Genus: Mentha
  • Species: M. spp
  • Plant Height/Width: 1–2 ft tall x 1–2 ft wide
  • Season: Spring or Fall
  • Exposure: Full Sun to Part Shade
  • Difficulty: Easy

Why Shido Seeds Are the Best

Our flower and vegetable seeds are beautifully packaged little packets of magic. Guaranteed to turn your garden into the envy of the neighborhood. Get your hands dirty and let nature simply do its thing.

How to Plant Mint from Seed

When to Plant Seeds

  • Indoors: Start seeds 6-8 weeks before the last frost.
  • Outdoors: Direct sow in spring after the last frost.

Preparing for Planting

  1. Choose a partially shaded area with moist, fertile soil.
  2. Loosen the soil and mix in compost or organic matter.

Sowing Seeds Indoors

  1. Fill seed trays or pots with light, well-draining soil.
  2. Scatter seeds on the surface and press gently (do not bury deeply).
  3. Keep soil moist and maintain temperatures of 65-75°F.
  4. Expect germination in 10-15 days.
  5. Once seedlings have two sets of true leaves, transplant them outdoors.

Direct Sowing Outdoors

  1. Sow seeds ¼ inch deep and 12 inches apart.
  2. Thin seedlings to 6-12 inches apart as they grow.
  3. Regularly water to keep soil moist.

Pro Tip

Mint spreads aggressively, so plant it in a container to keep it from taking over your garden. It thrives in partial shade and moist soil, but don’t over-fertilize—too much nitrogen can weaken its flavor.

Bonus: Regular harvesting encourages even more growth!

Getting to know your Mint

Mint is a vigorous, fast-spreading perennial herb with fragrant, serrated leaves. It thrives in moist, well-drained soil with partial to full sun. The plant reaches 12-24 inches in height and produces small purple, pink, or white flowers. Due to its invasive growth habit, mint is best grown in containers. It is widely used in teas, culinary dishes, and medicinal applications.

What it's used for

1. Culinary Uses:

  • Enhances drinks, desserts, salads, and sauces.
  • Often used in Middle Eastern, Indian, and Mediterranean cuisines.

2. Medicinal & Health Benefits:

  • Rich in antioxidants, vitamins A & C, and menthol.
  • Helps with digestion, nausea, and respiratory issues.
  • Used in aromatherapy for relaxation and stress relief.

3. Companion Planting:

  • Deters aphids, mosquitoes, and cabbage moths.
  • Grows well with tomatoes, cabbage, and carrots but can be invasive.
Growth Requirements

Light:

  • Prefers full sun to partial shade (at least 4-6 hours of direct sunlight daily).

Soil:

  • Thrives in rich, well-draining, slightly acidic to neutral soil (pH 6.0-7.5).
  • Adding organic compost enhances soil quality.

Watering:

  • Requires consistent moisture but avoid waterlogging.
  • Water regularly, especially in hot weather.

Temperature & Climate:

  • Prefers temperatures between 55-80°F.
  • Can tolerate light frosts but thrives in moderate climates.

Fertilization:

  • Apply a balanced organic fertilizer every 4-6 weeks.
  • Over-fertilization can reduce flavor intensity.
Maintenance

Containment Strategies:

  • Mint spreads aggressively; use containers or raised beds to prevent overgrowth.
  • If planting in the ground, use barriers or bottomless pots to contain roots.

Mulching:

  • Apply organic mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds.

Pruning:

  • Trim back regularly to encourage bushy growth and prevent legginess.
  • Remove flowering stems to prolong leaf production.

Watering:

Keep soil evenly moist but avoid standing water.

Harvesting:

  • Harvest once plants reach 6-8 inches tall.
  • Pick leaves as needed, but avoid removing more than ⅓ of the plant.

Storing:

  • Store fresh leaves in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
  • Dry or freeze for long-term storage.

Pests and Diseases

Common Pests:

  • Aphids & Spider Mites: Rinse with water or use neem oil.
  • Whiteflies & Flea Beetles: Introduce ladybugs or natural predators.

Common Diseases:

  • Powdery Mildew: Ensure good air circulation and avoid overhead watering.
  • Rust & Leaf Spot: Remove infected leaves and apply organic fungicide.

Growing Together with Shido

At Shido, everything we do starts with one goal: helping you have a truly successful growing experience. We know that planting seeds is just the beginning — your time, energy, and love for gardening are the real magic. That’s why we make sure the seeds you plant are fresh, full of life, and top-quality. When you choose Shido, you’re planting with confidence. We guarantee it.

Our mission is simple: bring you exceptional varieties of high-quality seeds at prices you’ll love, share detailed sowing and growing tips so you can thrive as a home gardener, and deliver the best customer service in the industry — with a smile.

Our Seed Safety Promise

We do not sell genetically modified seeds — ever. And we don’t use genetic engineering to breed new varieties. Instead, our skilled breeders use traditional, natural crossing methods to create hybrid seeds that are healthy, safe, and packed with potential.

Our Seed Quality Guarantee

At Shido, we believe great gardens start with great seeds — and that means quality comes first. Every seed lot we offer is ensure to generate top-notch germination because your garden deserves nothing less.

To keep our seeds at their peak, we run thorough pathology tests at trusted outside labs. When you open a Shido seed packet, you can trust it’s been nurtured, tested, and approved to give you strong, healthy plants from the very first sprout.

Types of Seeds We Offer

Hybrid Seeds (F1)

F1 hybrid seeds are the garden’s high achievers — created by crossing two specially chosen parent plants for superior vigor, uniformity, and performance. We use only traditional breeding methods to produce these powerhouse seeds.

Open-Pollinated & Heirloom Seeds

Our open-pollinated (OP) seeds naturally reproduce through wind, insects, water, or self-pollination. When grown in isolation, they produce true-to-type plants year after year.

Among our OP seeds are treasured heirloom varieties — old favorites that have been carefully passed down for generations. While OP plants can be less uniform than hybrids, we run our Open-Pollinated Project to select the most reliable, flavorful, and beautiful strains. Many are also available as certified organic seeds.

Non-GMO: What It Means and Why It Matters

GMO (Genetically Modified Organism) is created when scientists alter a plant’s DNA in a lab — often by inserting genes from completely unrelated species — to achieve certain traits, like pest resistance or herbicide tolerance. This is a far cry from natural plant breeding.

At Shido, we believe gardening should stay as close to nature as possible. All our seeds — whether hybrid, heirloom, organic, or open-pollinated — are Non-GMO. They’re bred using traditional methods that respect natural biodiversity, giving you safe, wholesome seeds that grow into plants just as nature intended.

When you plant Shido Non-GMO seeds, you’re choosing purity, sustainability, and peace of mind — along with a garden full of flavor, color, and beauty.

Vacuum-Sealed for Freshness — Good for 10 Years

Every Shido seed packet isvacuum-sealedto lock in freshness and protect your seeds from moisture, air, and pests. This careful packaging not only preserves their quality but also extends their shelf life dramatically. Stored properly in a cool, dry place, our seeds remain viable for up to10 years— so you can plant them now, next season, or even years down the road. Whether you’re planning a garden this spring or building a long-term seed stash, Shido seeds are ready when you are

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