Spearmint Mint Herb Plants (Mentha spicata) – 5 x 3cm Plugs – FREE Postage
Nothing beats the smell of fresh spearmint when you brush past it. This classic kitchen herb is easy to grow, brilliant in pots, and gives you a steady supply of fragrant leaves for teas, sauces, salads, desserts and summer drinks. Naturally vigorous, spearmint establishes quickly and keeps cropping when you pick it regularly.
What you’ll receive
- 5 x Spearmint (Mentha spicata) plants
- Supplied as 3cm plug plants
- FREE UK Postage
| Plant Size: | - 3cm plug plant |
| Position: | - Full/Part sun |
| Soil: | - Moist and well-draining soil |
| Height x Spread: | - 60 cm x 45 cm |
| Flowering: | - July - August |
| Hardiness: | - Hardy |
Why you’ll love this Spearmint
- Big flavour, gentle sweetness – perfect for everyday cooking and drinks
- Cut‑and‑come‑again – regular harvesting keeps plants productive
- Pollinator‑friendly when in flower
- Ideal for containers – best grown in pots to keep growth under control
Planting & Growing Guide (UK)
Position: Sun or partial shade
Soil: Rich, moist, well‑drained soil
Watering: Keep evenly moist, especially in pots
Growth habit: Fast growing and spreading – pots or contained beds recommended
Harvesting: Pick from spring through autumn; frequent cutting improves flavour
Planting plug plants
- Pot on into a larger container or plant out once conditions are mild.
- Water in well and keep moist while plants establish.
- Pinch growing tips to encourage bushy growth.
Uses in the kitchen
- Fresh mint tea
- Mint sauce for lamb
- Salads and dressings
- New potatoes, peas and yoghurt sauces
- Summer drinks and cocktails
Size & Performance
- Herbaceous perennial – dies back in winter, regrows in spring
- Thrives in pots, raised beds and kitchen gardens
- Regular harvesting keeps plants compact
Delivery & Aftercare
Plants are carefully packed to arrive in excellent condition.
On arrival:
- Unpack immediately
- Water if compost feels dry
- Keep in a bright, sheltered spot for 24–48 hours before planting
FREE UK Postage included.
FAQs
Is spearmint easy to grow?
Yes — one of the easiest and most reliable herbs.
Should I grow it in a pot or the ground?
Pots are recommended, as mint spreads vigorously.
When can I start harvesting?
As soon as new growth appears, pick little and often.
Does spearmint like sun or shade?
It grows well in both sun and partial shade.
Why Us
UK GROWN PLANTS
Provided by a Small Family Nursery Business.
DELIVERED WITH CARE
Plants are well Packaged and travel well. Packaging contains Acid Free Paper and Hay with the Plants wrapped in Food Bags to maintain Moisture Levels.
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Happy Gardening
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