The Old Farmer's Almanac Heirloom Peppermint Seeds

Freshly Packed: These seeds are packed for the current growing season and will provide high germination rates next year as well.

Premium Packaging: All seeds from The Old Farmer’s Almanac are packaged in individually styled packets ideal for gifts, storage or immediate use. Each packet displays the flower, vegetable, plant or herb variety on the front with instructions and plant facts on the back.

Peppermint prefers full sun in a moist spot with loose, well drained, organically-rich soil. Lightly press 2-3 seeds per group into the soil after the last spring frost (or anytime indoors). Water the base otherwise plant frequently, avoiding the leaves. For best flavor harvest, by snipping a few leaves or cutting a full stem an inch above the soil, when the plant starts to bloom.

Annual or Perennial? Peppermint can be grown indoors year round; and outdoors as a perennial in the south or an annual in the north.

Improve your Peppermint oil concentration, as harvest time nears, by letting the soil dry out a bit between waterings.

Peppermint loves to spread and will happily take over garden spaces if allowed to. To prevent spread, plant in a pot or a container.

Wit & Wisdom: Mint can help relieve stress and anxiety. To relieve a tension headache, apply a compress of mint leaves to your forehead or rub the oil on your temples. Mint is a symbol of virtue. Mice dislike the smell of peppermint so spread it liberally where you suspect the critters. Mint is also considered a deer-resistant plant. Read The Old Farmer's Almanac Mint Growing Guide!

Fresh Garden Mojito Recipe

Ingredients (Serves 1):

• 10 fresh peppermint leaves (harvested straight from your garden!)
• 1/2 lime, cut into 4 wedges
• 2 teaspoons sugar (or simple syrup)
• 1 cup soda water (or sparkling water)
• 2 ounces white rum (optional for a non-alcoholic version)
• Ice cubes
• Extra peppermint sprigs and lime slices for garnish

Instructions:

• In a sturdy glass, place the peppermint leaves and 1 lime wedge.
• Add sugar, and gently muddle with a spoon or muddler to release the minty aroma and lime juice.
• Add 2 more lime wedges and muddle again to extract more lime juice.
• Fill the glass with ice cubes.
• Pour in the white rum (if using) and top with soda water.
• Stir gently to combine.
• Garnish with a fresh peppermint sprig and a lime slice.
• Sip and savor the vibrant, homegrown flavors!

SimplyGro Gardening Tip for Peppermint

Peppermint is a hardy herb that's easy to grow and thrives in partial sunlight with moist, well-draining soil. Use The Old Farmer's Almanac Organic Tomato & Vegetable Plant Food for healthy roots and abundant growth. Remember to keep it in a container or a dedicated spot in your garden—it loves to spread!