Local mint seeds

Common name: Local Mint Scientific name: Mentha Among its names: Naanan (Mint) A fragrant, perennial herb belonging to the Lamiaceae family from the Lamiales order, with branched, upright stems and leaves arranged in opposite pairs, ovate in shape with serrated edges and dark green in color. It is a plant that repels ants and flies due to its strong, distinctive smell. Local mint flowers: Its flowers are white to purple in color, blooming in spring. Local mint seeds: Its seeds are very tiny, smaller than grains of sand, with approximately 5000 seeds per gram, and are brownish-black in color. Germination season: Local mint seeds are planted in spring and autumn if the climate is frost-free, preferably during the first half of February until the end of March. Suitable climate and soil for growing local mint: The planting site should have good sunlight, especially in the morning hours. It should be planted in fertile soil with a pH level between 6.0 and 7.0. A little fertilizer can be added every few weeks. The soil must be moist and watered regularly. Method of planting local mint: It propagates through seeds or plant division. For direct sowing in the ground, since mint seeds are extremely tiny, it is better to mix 0.5 grams of seeds with 50 grams of sand to facilitate seed distribution. Its benefits and uses: Local mint is used in tea, salads, appetizers, and many types of dishes in most cultures around the world. It also has multiple health benefits. Original homeland: Levant countries, Egypt, the Maghreb, and Europe.