One of the most popular and easy herbs to grow, mint is an attractive herb that can be used in teas, drinks, sauces, as seasoning and in jelly. Apart from having great medicinal value, it smells beautiful as well.

It is best to grow mint in a pot as it can grow rapidly and is best contained.

When to Plant: Optimum planting time is during Autumn or Spring.

Where to plant: Somewhere that receives at least 6 hours of sunlight a day.

Botanical Name: Peppermint (mentha x piperita)