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Mint, Peppermint 
Mentha piperita
Perhaps the most famous herb of all, peppermint has a flavor that is universally recognizable and amazingly versatile. Peppermint is most excellent for tea and candy because it has a sweeter scent than other mints, but it can still be used in savory dishes. Interesting Notes
Mint has been known since antiquity. A Greek myth tells of a nympth, Minthe, who was transformed into a plant by Persephone, a goddess. Persephone was jealous of the girl because of the affection she'd recieved from Hades, Persephone's husband, god of the underworld. When Hades found that Minthe had been turned to a plant, he imparted a sweet smell to her that would rise and give pleasure to any who walked upon her leaves. Mint, Peppermint Growing Tips
Confine to a small area, because peppermint has invasive tendencies, like most mints. Sowing Information Sow seeds indoors 8-10 weeks before the last frost in loose growing medium. Cover seeds with soil 1/8 inch or 1/4 inch vermiculite. Keep moist. Seed will germinate in 10-14 days. Transplant 12-18 inches apart in a sunny location.Seeds don't always produce the exact variety, so the recommended planting method is by root division from an existing plant stock, suckers, or cuttings. Cuttings will root easily in a moist potting medium, or even in water. If you are dividing an existing plant it is best done in the fall. Our 2010 shipping season has ended for our plants. All plant orders placed now will ship in April 2011. We do, however, ship seeds year round.
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