Light
Full sun to light partial shade. Some afternoon shade helps keep leaf crops cooler during hot spells.
Learn how to care for your green friend
Spearmint
Mentha spicata · Spearmint
Herbs · Planned variety
Meet your green friend.
Spearmint has pointed, toothed, bright green leaves on spreading stems.
A space where it can thrive
Grow as a cultivated garden crop in a bed or suitably sized container. The illustrated nursery pot is a presentation, not a recommendation for the mature plant’s root space.
Ask about availabilityAvailability, size, pot and price will be confirmed in store. Pictures illustrate the plant type.
Studio illustration. Appearance varies with age, variety and growing conditions.
Your care routine
Watering
Keep the root zone evenly moist, with drainage. Water containers more often in warm weather.
Soil & drainage
A fertile container or contained bed; roots spread aggressively into surrounding soil.
Temperature
Plan sowing for the crop’s preferred season. Protect young plants and containers from severe frost; local conditions affect timing.
Planting
Plant in a container or root barrier rather than an open mixed-herb bed. Pinch the growing tips to encourage branching.
Harvest
Cut leafy stems regularly before flowering for fresh leaves. Leave enough growth for recovery.
Through the seasons
Divide crowded clumps and refresh tired container compost. Containment matters even when stems appear compact.
When your plant needs help
- A contained bed or roomy pot prevents its roots from taking over the herb garden.
Pets & little ones
This guide covers a cultivated garden crop. Confirm the identity and the edible part before harvesting; wash produce and keep unverified plants away from children and pets.
Grow with your neighbourhood store.
Independent, family-owned and right here in Uptown New Westminster. Browse before your visit and keep this guide handy at home.
Visit The Golden BazaarCare references
Guidance is a starting point. Adjust watering to your plant, pot, light and season; follow fertilizer labels and check outdoor cultivar hardiness.