{"product_id":"apple-mint-seeds-mentha-suaveolens-500-pcs","title":"Apple Mint (Mentha suaveolens) - 500 seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003eSeeds for \u003cspan style=\"color:#008000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApple Mint \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e— an aromatic perennial herb with rounded leaves and a fresh apple-like fragrance, suitable for tea, salads and fragrant gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#008000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetailed features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003eBotanical name: Mentha rotundifolia (L.) Huds. (sometimes listed as Mentha suaveolens) — often called “apple mint” or “round-leaved mint”.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003ePlant type: perennial herbaceous plant from the Lamiaceae family.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003eHeight: approximately \u003cstrong\u003e30-50 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003eSpread: Grows via branched roots (rhizomes\/stolons), allowing the plant to spread and fill an area.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003eLeaf shape and fragrance: Round or oval leaves with a delicate apple-like fragrance characteristic of the species.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003eGrowing conditions: Prefers full sun to partial shade; well-drained, moderately moist soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003eSowing: Sow seeds on the surface or cover them very lightly, in a moderately warm environment (~20-22 °C) for germination.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#008000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommendations for use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003eSow seeds outdoors after the risk of frost has passed, or indoors\/in pots for a later start. Cover only very lightly or do not cover at all, as light supports germination.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003eKeep the soil moderately moist, avoiding excessive drying or waterlogging.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003eProvide support or containment if planting directly outdoors, as the plant spreads and can grow extensively.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003eMake the most of the fragrant leaves: use them fresh in teas, salads, as a garnish or flavouring.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003eRegularly pinching out the tips encourages growth and maintains a compact shape; if the plant begins to flower, the leaves may become less aromatic.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003eTo control spread, grow it in a pot or container to prevent unwanted expansion in the garden.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#008000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#008000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApple mint (Mentha rotundifolia)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e is a versatile, easy-to-grow aromatic herb with ornamental value and culinary uses. The seeds allow you to grow it yourself and provide fresh leaves for tea, cooking or a fragrant garden. With proper care, the plant becomes a vigorous, aromatic addition to your herb collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"No Brand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55115820269910,"sku":"332100","price":19.0,"currency_code":"RON","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1055\/7190\/9974\/files\/semena-ot-menta-yabalkova-mentha-rotundifolia.webp?v=1787849840","url":"https:\/\/urbanbotaniks.ro\/en\/products\/apple-mint-seeds-mentha-suaveolens-500-pcs","provider":"UrbanBotaniks Grow Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}