My Homesteading Journey - Mint Cultivation #2

Homesteading has become a trend these days, and many people have become interested in relying on themselves in agriculture, raising birds, and even making natural products at home. One of the easy things you can start with is growing mint, especially if you like to drink tea with a refreshing and natural flavor.

Why grow mint at home?

Mint is one of the easiest plants you can grow, whether on the balcony, on the roof, or even in the garden if you have one. It grows quickly, has a beautiful smell, and is also useful in many things such as improving digestion and calming the nerves. Most importantly, there is nothing better than a cup of tea with fresh mint, its smell and taste are different from the ready-made dried mint that we buy from the herbalist.

How to grow mint easily?

1. Choose a suitable place - Mint loves the sun, but it is preferable to be in a place with partial shade so that it does not dry out quickly.
2. Use a wide pot - Mint is a plant that loves to spread, so if you plant it in a pot, it must be wide. If you have a garden, you can leave it to spread on its own.
3. Soil and irrigation - Mint likes moist soil, but not overly wet soil so that the roots do not rot. Water it every other day in the summer, and once or twice a week in the winter.
4. Regular pruning - The more you cut the mint leaves, the more it grows and spreads out. So don't hesitate to pick it every now and then.

How to use mint in tea?

After the mint grows and you find that you have a lot of leaves, you can use it as follows:

• Fresh - Take a few leaves, wash them, put them in a cup, pour hot tea over them, and leave it for a minute for the flavor to emerge.
• Dried - If you want to store mint for tea all year round, cut the branches, tie them in a bundle and hang them in a shaded, dry place. After they dry, crush them and store them in a jar.

Summary

Growing mint is easy, takes no effort, and guarantees you a fresh flavor with every cup of tea. Try it, and you'll feel the difference yourself! 🍃☕