The geographical location of mint's homelands suggests it; the herb plant only thrives in fresh, moist soil. This results in an adequate water requirement as a supporting pillar in successful care. Here we explain how to water mint correctly.
How do I water mint correctly?
To water mint properly, you should water it regularly, allow the soil to dry slightly between waterings and water either in the morning or evening. Apply the irrigation water directly to the roots to avoid waterlogging.
Mint is a thirsty fellow - this is how to water it correctly
Unlike the vast majority of herb plants, mint species require constantly moist soil. This requirement should be taken into account when choosing the location. To water properly, proceed as follows:
- Provide regular water in the bed
- let the soil dry between waterings
- water either in the morning or in the evening
- give the irrigation water directly to the roots
In the small volume of the bucket, there is a higher water requirement than in the bed. Therefore, use your thumb test to check daily whether watering is necessary. If the first 2-3 centimeters of the substrate feel dry, water it. You should empty a coaster after 20-30 minutes to avoid waterlogging.
Watering in winter when there is clear frost
If winter spoils us with bright sunshine and crisp frost, mints are threatened with drought stress. If there is no snow as a source of water, the roots will not get any moisture either underground or above ground. Mint plants are therefore watered a little on forest-free days.
Tips & Tricks
The frequency of watering mint can be easily reduced by growing the herbs in pots hydroponically. In doing so, they develop fleshy aquatic roots in a mix of water and mineral substrate, which independently use the supply. This water supply is only replenished every 2 to 3 weeks.
