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European corn mint (Mentha arvensis) Care Guide

Care guide for European corn mint: light, watering, humidity, soil and temperature, based on the species' botanical profile.

European corn mint

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⚠️ European corn mint is toxic to pets — see the toxicity page.

Care at a glance

WaterWater roughly every 5 days, let the top 2-3 cm of soil dry out between waterings. Drought-sensitive — don't let it dry out completely.
TemperatureTemperate: 12-24 °C (54-75 °F).
SoilWell-draining mix, slightly acidic to neutral pH (5.0-7.0).
Growthmoderate growth. Mature height ~0.8 m (2.6 ft).
Origin

Native to: Afghanistan, Altay, Austria, Baltic States, Belarus, Belgium.

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Reference guidance based on the species' botanical profile; adjust to your home conditions.