Mint is a perennial herb with squared, four-sided stems with opposite leaves and small-lipped flowers. All parts of the plants are pungent. Most mint plants spread rampantly, forming a thick mat of ...

Mint is a beloved flavor and fragrance, and it's also one of the easiest herbs to grow in your garden. Unfortunately, that easy-growing nature also helps mint take over just about any space it's ...

Dear Carol: Do you have any tips for growing mint plants? I have lost two already. Also, my basil has usually lives for 6 months and as I pinch off the leaves, it seems to grow less and gets smaller ...

Q: Can you give me some tips on growing mint? I love mint to put in ice tea and salads. A: Don’t let culinary mints loose in the garden, for they spread quickly, choke out other plants, and their ...

Container gardening is an excellent way to bring color, fragrance and beauty to small spaces, patios, or balconies. Whether you want a beautiful floral display or a fresh supply of herbs for your ...

If you’re ready for a cool plant for summer, think mint. One of the most popular herbs of all time, mint is easy to grow, smells and tastes good, and comes in a range of flavors and forms. “Mint is ...

If you love the cool, crisp, refreshing taste of mint in your lemonade or atop a summer salad, then you may be tempted to plant it in your garden. After all, this hardy perennial is easy to grow, and ...