Peppermint (Mentha piperita) - Seeds Features: Non-GMO American Grown Seeds Perennial USDA Zones: 3-10 Description: Peppermint is one of the most widely used mints, known for its refreshing and invigorating aroma. This herb typically grows to about 24 inches tall or more, characterized by its dark green to purplish leaves, square stems, and pointed oblong leaves with distinct veins and serrated edges. From July to September, the plant showcases small pink, white, or purple flowers at the end of each stem, adding charm to your herb garden. With its cool, fresh scent, Peppermint is a summer staple that enhances both culinary and medicinal applications. Growing Instructions: Sowing Peppermint seeds is a straightforward process that will bring this beloved herb to your garden. You can start the seeds indoors in starter trays 6-8 weeks before the last frost, or wait until the danger of frost has passed and directly sow them outdoors in prepared beds. Peppermint thrives in a variety of conditions, making it an excellent addition to any herb garden! Growing Environment: Light: Full sun to partial shade Soil Type: Rich, moist soil with a slightly acidic pH of 6.5 to 7.0 Average Germination Time: 10-15 days Depth: 1/8 - 1/4 inch deep Sowing Rate: 3-5 seeds per plant Moisture: Keep seeds moist until germination Plant Spacing: 18-24 inches