{"title":"Mint seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003eMint is one of the easiest and most useful herbs to grow — fast, fragrant and endlessly handy for teas, cooking, desserts and refreshing drinks like mojitos. A vigorous perennial, it thrives in most soils in sun or part shade (and is best contained in a pot to keep it in check). Browse our range of mint seeds below, with fast shipping Australia-wide.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"mint-pennyroyal-seeds","title":"Mint - Pennyroyal seeds","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMint - Pennyroyal - 100 Seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMentha pulegium\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePennyroyal is a small, groundcover perennial with glossy green leaves. It reaches a height of only 15cm and has an indefinite width due to its spreading nature. The plant can spread on the ground’s surface and in the soil, rooting at nodes when vegetative parts of the plant touch the ground. This creeping habit means that Pennyroyal is an ideal groundcover, which is also highly aromatic. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePennyroyal has many uses, including being used to eradicate pests ranging from fleas to rattlesnakes. The fresh or dried leaves are also said to be good insect repellents.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Happy Valley Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39943320830042,"sku":"H-B070","price":3.51,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0268\/5416\/2522\/products\/mint-pennyroyal-seeds-759473.jpg?v=1700726956"},{"product_id":"mint-peppermint-seeds","title":"Mint - Peppermint seeds","description":"\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMint PEPPERMINT - 100 Seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e(Mentha x piperita)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ePeppermint is a perennial spreading herb with dark green leaves and reddish stems. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe leaves have a sharp, spicy taste hot at first but at the same time cooling, they can be used to flavour desserts, drinks, teas, sauces, salads, liqueurs and some vegetables. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAn infusion of the leaves helps relieve indigestion and flatulence, relaxes muscles in the digestive tract and stimulates bile flow. Reduces nausea. Improves concentration and helps kill bacteria, parasites and viruses in the stomach. It can also bring relief to headaches. Promotes sweating in fever and flu, clears nasal congestion. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Happy Valley Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32866080391258,"sku":"H-B071","price":2.63,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0268\/5416\/2522\/products\/mint-peppermint-seeds-475559.jpg?v=1700726955"},{"product_id":"mint-spearmint-seeds","title":"Mint - Spearmint seeds","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMint - Spearmint – 50 Seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(Mentha spicata)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eMentha spicata, spearmint, is a hardy perennial herb. Plants form leafy clumps with bright green, serrated leaves. Stems spread by runners. Grow in a container or edged bed to manage spread. Suits full sun to part shade and moist, well-drained soil. Harvest young tips for the best flavour. Use fresh ingredients in drinks, sauces, and desserts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSowing guide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\" style=\"margin-top: 0cm;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eBest time, spring to early summer in temperate zones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSeed size, very fine, handle with care\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eDepth, surface sow, do not bury, press in lightly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eLight, light exposure supports germination\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eTemperature, 18 to 22°C until germination\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eMoisture, keep evenly moist, never waterlogged\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eGermination window, 10 to 21 days in suitable conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003ePrick out, transplant when seedlings handle easily\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSpacing, 25 to 30 cm between plants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSite, sun to part shade, rich and well-drained soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eCare, trim regularly to keep compact, mulch to hold moisture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlant details\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\" style=\"margin-top: 0cm;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eBotanical name: Mentha spicata\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eCommon name: Spearmint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eLife cycle, Perennial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eHeight, 30 to 60 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSpread, 30 to 60 cm, spreads by runners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003ePosition, Sun to part shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSoil, Moist, well-drained, fertile\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWater, Moderate to high in warm weather\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eFrost, Hardy in many temperate climates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Happy Valley Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32866080424026,"sku":"H-B072","price":2.63,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0268\/5416\/2522\/products\/mint-spearmint-seeds-339082.jpg?v=1700726956"},{"product_id":"korean-mint-seeds","title":"Mint - Korean Mint seeds","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKOREAN MINT – 50 Seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(Agastache Rugosa) \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHardy perennial aromatic herb from the meadows and streambeds of East Asia. Tall, upright stems with bluish-purple flower spikes make this an excellent cut flower. The toothed leaves taste like spearmint and licorice and help with digestion when taken as a tea. When mixed with patchouli, it makes a perfume as well as a Chinese medicine known as Huo-xiang. Known as baechohyang or banga in South Korea, this plant is added fresh to stews or in pancakes. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a vital herb in Chinese medicine, used both for its taste in culinary dishes and also for medicinal purposes. A number of chemicals derived from the plant are known to have antibacterial and anti-fungal properties and is often used to relieve digestive problems. Great in soups, stews and as a tea. A perennial growing to approx 1m, very hardy, attracts bees. Sow in Spring indoors by surface sowing the tiny seeds on a moistened seed raising tray. Keep moist at all times and under 13-15 degrees C. Germinates within 3 months. Prefers a sunny position Harvest leaves throughout the year as required. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Happy Valley Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32866080456794,"sku":"H-B069","price":2.63,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0268\/5416\/2522\/products\/mint-korean-mint-seeds-342749.jpg?v=1700726956"},{"product_id":"wild-mint-horse-mint-seeds","title":"Wild Mint (Horse Mint) seeds","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWild Mint (Horse Mint) - 200 Seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMentha longifolia\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWild mint is a fast-growing herb that is native to Europe and Africa, and it can reach a height of 50cm to 1m. It is known for its uses in cooking and medicine. The leaves have a refreshing taste of peppermint or menthol and can be consumed fresh or dried. This plant prefers damp soil and will easily spread through rhizomes, so it's best to grow it in a pot. It is also referred to as 'Horse Mint'.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Happy Valley Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39939962339418,"sku":"H-B117","price":2.63,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0268\/5416\/2522\/products\/wild-mint-horse-mint-seeds-302652.jpg?v=1700726185"},{"product_id":"mountain-mint-mint-balcan-seeds","title":"Mountain Mint (Mint Balcan) seeds","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMountain Mint (Mint Balcan) - 200 Seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMicromeria thymifolia\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMountain Mint a.k.a Balkan Mint, as the name implies, is indigenous to the Balkan region of Europe and Hungary. With a rich history of wild harvesting for both culinary and medicinal purposes, this herb features dark green, aromatic leaves that are often brewed into herbal teas. During the summer, the plant blooms with small white flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Happy Valley Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39939965550682,"sku":"H-B076","price":2.63,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0268\/5416\/2522\/files\/MountainMint_MintBalcan.jpg?v=1700663987"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.happyvalleyseeds.com.au\/collections\/mint-seeds.oembed","provider":"Happy Valley Seeds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}