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- Q.Need Help Identifying A Plant - I can not recall the name of a reseeding purple beauty in my garden in record numbers this year please ...
- Q.Help - Second post hope pics load identify the purple plant in pics please
- Q.What Can I Do To Keep My Mint Plant From Drooping? - Hello, I purchased my mint plant about a week ago and it is already drooping. I have been making sure ...
- Q.Indoor Mint Plant Seems To Be Dying. It Was Growing Well In Spring, Then Leaves Had Something White On Underside, Then Turned Brown - & died. The plant is not completely dead, it is still trying to grow, but the leaves are smaller with ...
- Q.How Do I Get Rid Of Mint? - A friend gave me some plants for my landscaping and it happened to have mint in it. While I like ...
- Q.Mint Has White And Black Spots, And Looks Sick - At first, the white spots didn't seem to be affecting the plant, But now, the leaves at the bottom look ...
- Q.Optimum Distance Between Different Varieties Of Mint - I currently have a few different kinds of mint in the garden. It's a fairly big garden so they're not ...
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Carol m on
May 24, 2020
19344Q.Need Help Identifying A Plant
I can not recall the name of a reseeding purple beauty in my garden in record numbers this year please help pics attached it is deep purple max height around 3-3 1/2 feet and nearly same diameter flower spikes of pinkish flowers unusual leaves pics attached
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Carol m on
May 24, 2020
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Carol m on
May 24, 2020
19344Q.Help
Second post hope pics load identify the purple plant in pics please
Answered by
BushDoctor on
May 26, 2020
Certified ExpertA.I see that you have encountered Perilla frutescens. This is an invasive relative of Mint, and is commonly called "Beefsteak Mint". It is just as invasive as its cousin. They come in shades of purple and green, but can often appear black, too.
Here is an article for more information:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/herbs/mint/growing-perilla-shiso-mint.htm
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Gerbear on
July 23, 2020
Westminster, Colorado - Zone 3aQ.What Can I Do To Keep My Mint Plant From Drooping?
Hello, I purchased my mint plant about a week ago and it is already drooping. I have been making sure to keep it moist but not wet and to give it plenty of sunlight. I am unsure of the cause of the drooping. It went from being perfectly fine yesterday to drooping this morning. Please advise.
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BushDoctor on
July 24, 2020
Certified ExpertA.Unfortunately, your photo did not come through.
I suspect overwatering. Mint will appreciate a thorough dry period between watering, at least down to about 1-3 inches or so. If there is still any moisture down to this point, it will be best to hold off on watering.
Prune them often. Mint will thicken up and bush out when you prune them.
Keeping them in partial shade during the hot part of the day can help as well, if this is outdoors.
Here is an article that will help you to care for mint:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/herbs/mint/potted-mint-plants.htm
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October 4, 2020Q.Indoor mint plant seems to be dying. It was growing well in spring, then leaves had something white on underside, then turned brown
& died. The plant is not completely dead, it is still trying to grow, but the leaves are smaller with not much mint flavor. I water plant at the base instead of on top to keep down gnat infestation. What to do to save the plant?
- Answered by
GKH_Susan on
October 6, 2020
Certified ExpertA.I would cut it way back, just a few inches from the soil, to remove most of the pests and disease.
Then you can spray the remaining leaves with Neem oil, which should help with pests or fungal disease.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/herbs/mint/growing-mint-indoors.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/insects/fungus-gnats.htm
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sviolet06 on
October 9, 2020
46542Q.How Do I Get Rid Of Mint?
A friend gave me some plants for my landscaping and it happened to have mint in it. While I like the smell and it has produced some of the biggest mint leaves I’ve ever seen, it’s quickly taken over and killed all of my other plants in my landscaping. I’m planning to dig out and replant my entire front area, but I want to make sure the mint is entirely gone before planting again. What is the best way to kill it off completely without ruining the soul for future planting?
- Answered by
BushDoctor on
October 9, 2020
Certified ExpertA.This will take a vigorous routine of, continuously, digging up and pulling every instance of the plant. This, paired with herbicide use, repeatedly, will make the work go just a little quicker.
Once mint gets established, it is VERY difficult to get rid of. It will self see and spread by underground runners, making this plant extremely invasive.
For the best results, removing everything in the bed, employing the treatment described above, AND solarizing the soil will be the best course of action.
Here are some articles that will help:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/herbs/mint/invasive-mint-how-to-kill-mint-plants.htm
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aalami90 on
November 18, 2020
South of FranceQ.Mint Has White And Black Spots, And Looks Sick
At first, the white spots didn't seem to be affecting the plant, But now, the leaves at the bottom look very sick and fall. The soil also seems to have white and orange mold. Actually, this plant is 5 months old, there are nearby plants that are two months old and seem to be doing well... Could this be a problem from the soil? I also see this tiny grey fly sometimes on them... But never spiders
- Answered by
BushDoctor on
November 18, 2020
Certified ExpertA.I see spider mites! Well, I see the signs of their presence, rather.
Cut the mint back to just above ground level. It will grow right back. Make sure to dispose of the infected plant matter well away from the garden. Treat with a spider mite treatment, as well.
These articles will help:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/insects/spider-mite-treatment.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/insects/spider-mite-control.htm
This article will help you with mint care:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/herbs/mint/how-to-grow-mint-plants-in-your-garden.htm
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January 15, 2021Q.Optimum Distance Between Different Varieties Of Mint
I currently have a few different kinds of mint in the garden. It's a fairly big garden so they're not close to each other because I've read that mint will easily cross-pollinate. So, my question is how much space should I leave between different varieties of mint to maintain the integrity of each type?
- Answered by
GKH_Susan on
January 18, 2021
Certified ExpertA.Can you plant them 100 yards apart? That is optimum but not usually feasible for home gardens. Here are some tips you can try with pollination:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/propagation/seeds/controlling-cross-pollination.htm
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