{"product_id":"herb-mint-korean-sale","title":"HERB-MINT-KOREAN (SALE)","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow to Grow Korean Mint\n\n\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003col\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eChoose a location with full sun to partial shade and well-draining soil.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ePlant Korean mint seeds in the spring or start with nursery plants.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSpace the plants about 18-24 inches apart.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eKeep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eFertilize the plants with a balanced fertilizer every 2-4 weeks during the growing season.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ePrune the mint regularly to encourage bushier growth and prevent flowering.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHarvest the leaves regularly to encourage more growth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eKorean mint can be prone to powdery mildew, so keep an eye out for any signs of this disease and treat as needed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAdditional growing tips for Korean Mint\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCrushing the leaves\u003c\/strong\u003e releases a strong scent that can help deter some garden pests naturally.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAllowing a few plants to flower\u003c\/strong\u003e will dramatically increase bee and pollinator activity in your garden.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCutting the plant back hard\u003c\/strong\u003e mid-season can trigger a fresh flush of tender, more flavourful growth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKorean mint self-seeds readily\u003c\/strong\u003e—expect new plants to appear nearby the following season.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe flavour is strongest\u003c\/strong\u003e just before flowering, making this the best time to harvest for teas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlants can become woody\u003c\/strong\u003e at the base over time—replacing them every couple of years keeps growth vigorous.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIt tolerates light drought\u003c\/strong\u003e once established, but flavour improves with consistent moisture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing in pots\u003c\/strong\u003e helps control spreading and makes harvesting easier at waist height.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLeaves can lose intensity\u003c\/strong\u003e after heavy rain—harvest before wet weather for best flavour. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWorks well as a companion plant\u003c\/strong\u003e near vegetables to attract beneficial insects that help with pest contro\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHeritage of Korean Mint\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eKorean mint (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAgastache rugosa\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e), also known as wrinkled giant hyssop, is native to East Asia, particularly Korea, China, and Japan, where it has grown wild for centuries in open meadows and forest edges. It has a long history in traditional herbal medicine across these regions, where it was valued for supporting digestion and general wellbeing. Over time, its reliability and adaptability have seen it spread beyond its native range, becoming a well-established herb in gardens around the world.\u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"Direct Compost Solutions","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55020602851700,"sku":"HMT-K-1","price":3.5,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1006\/7171\/7748\/files\/HERB_MINT_KOREAN_SALE.webp?v=1785570878","url":"https:\/\/directcompostsolutions.com\/products\/herb-mint-korean-sale","provider":"DIRECT COMPOST SOLUTIONS","version":"1.0","type":"link"}