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Do Mint Plants Attract Flies

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Do Mint Plants Attract Flies

Welcome to this post that will talk about whether or not flies will be attracted by mint plants. The short answer is that they will be. Herbs such as mint will attract both flies but also other predatory insects like wasps.

In this article we will dive a bit deeper into the topic of mint plants and flies. We will talk a bit about the best placement for mint in your garden so that you won’t be bothered if there are a lot of flies there. But you shouldn’t fear that only mint will attract insects. Plants like sunflowers or any in the aster family will also do the same.

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Do Mint Plants Attract Flies

Just like we said in the beginning of this article here, flies will be attracted to mint plants if you choose to have them planted at home. But the same goes for a lot of other plants as well, all included in the aster family. Sunflower is one that also sticks out a little bit.

The type of fly that often gets attracted to the mint plant is called hoverfly. But unfortunately mint plants can also attract other insects, Even some predatory ones like wasps. But you shouldn’t fear that you will have a garden full of flies just because you have some mint plants growing there. The fact of the matter is that it will depend a lot on where you might be located in the country.

What can you do then to further prevent more flies from coming into your garden? Well, we find that having a healthy plant will keep the population in check actually. A dying plant will start to smell weird and if left too long will start to decompose. That will create an even more favorable environment for the flies. 

We mentioned the importance of placement with mint in the garden too. We recommend putting it further away in the garden, away from where you might enter. This will just keep whichever flies might be near the plant away from you. Note that you should plant mint in a pot too, since they spread very easily we want to minimize the risk of them taking over the garden.

Are you having issues with your mint turning yellow? In this article we tackle this issue head on and give some solutions to it. Find it here, My Mint Plant Is Turning Yellow.

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Will Mint Keep Flies Away

Unfortunately like we have established in this article, mint will not keep any flies away from your garden. instead they will actually attract them and bring more. So it’s a give and take with growing mint. On one side it smells very nice and looks beautiful. On the other side of that spectrum you will bring more flies to the garden.

But we find that having a really thriving and happy mint plant will at least keep the fly population in check. A wilting and decomposing mint plant will probably bring even more flies to the garden.

So if you are afraid of having a lot of flies in your garden then you probably should keep away from growing any mint plants there.

Are you seeing worms near your mint plants and you wonder how you can get rid of them? In this article we will be discussing just that, Mint Plant Worms.

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How Do I Get Rid Of Flies On My Mint Plant

To get rid of flies from a mint plant you most certainly need insect spray. This is because the plant will just keep on attracting them to the garden so you need to take on drastic measures then.

Using anything labeled as insect killer spray or something similar will have a great effect. They are generally used for smaller insects, such as flies. They will have a quick effect but be aware that you shouldn’t overuse it as that might start to have an effect on the mint plant. Both in it being edible and the growth of it too.

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Mint Plant Worms

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Mint Plant Worms

Having small worms climbing and eating away on your mint plant is unfortunately not completely uncommon. The ones we talk about are called cutworms. These are small and green and will eat away on the plant during the night and during the day hide in the soil under it.

These can be a real issue for your plant as they eat away rather quickly. Fortunately you should be able to see when this is starting to happen and you will be able to decide what to do about it. In this article we will discuss a few things to mitigate this happening and what to do when it has gone too far.

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Mint Plant Worms

Just like we mentioned in the beginning of this article here, the worms that are attacking your plant are called cutworms. They are green in the color and can be a real hassle to your mint plant.

As they will start to eat on it during the night they can be difficult to spot and get rid of manually. In the day they are instead hiding under the surface around the plant. So the best thing to do here might be to dig a few inches down and look for the larva. Remove them and you will hopefully have gained some valuable time for your mint plant to regrow again.

That is one of the best methods to use if you don’t want to have pesticides or chemicals on your plants to save them from attacks like this. Since that will have a pretty bad long term effect on the health of your soil and surrounding plants too.

Something we want to include here as well that might seem obvious is keeping the plant as healthy as possible. This will in return make sure that the plant has a better natural defense for attacks like this, but also against pests and diseases that can affect it.

If you are wondering if your mint plants will be attracting any flies then we have written an article dedicated to that topic. You can find it right here, Do Mint Plants Attract Flies.

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How Do I Get Rid Of Mint Bugs

Getting rid of bugs that are attacking your mint plant is a hard task as it will usually require either a lot of manual hand work or the use of pesticides. But the last option is not something we like to do as it can greatly harm the health of your soil and cause issues down the road in the future.

But if you want to use that then look for insecticides such as pyrethrum or rosemary oil. These will create an unfavorable environment for the insects and cause them to die off eventually. They will cause no harm to the plant itself.

Another tip is to use garlic water. This is something you can do at home and will also ot cause any harm to the plant itself, but will create a very hostile place for the insects or mites.

If your mint plant is turning brown then it can be caused by a few different things. In this article here we talk about this and what you can do to prevent it, Mint Plant Stems Turning Brown.

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How Do I Get Rid Of Caterpillars On My Mint

The best method that we have found for getting rid of caterpillars on your mint plant is by a simple trick. You will want to mix water and vinegar equally in a spray bottle.

Then use this on the caterpillars attacking your mint plant. It will cause great harm to them but not as much as for your mint plant. But just don’t overdo it as vinegar is very acidic and can eventually damage your mint.

Doing this and also manually removing some of the caterpillars is our favorite approach. They have proven effective and we will continue to use them.

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Mint Plant Stems Turning Brown

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Mint Plant Stems Turning Brown

Welcome to this post about a mint plant that is having its stem turn brown. This can be caused by a number of things, all from diseases or pests attacking the plant or its just nearing the end of the season.

Nonetheless there are a few things we can do about it to once again have a happy and thriving mint plant that can grow in our garden. In this article we will be discussing just how you can bring your plant back to life and continue to harvest from it.

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Mint Plant Stems Turning Brown

What we have found throughout the years being the issue with mint plants turning brown is the nutrition in the soil. The health of the soil is directly correlated with the health of the plant. 

Since mint is an herb that likes to grow in a healthy soil, you need to make sure it has that as it will otherwise turn brown in color and wilt. Fertilizing the soil a few times during the year will usually do the trick. This includes using either organic fertilizers that you can get at the store or just simple manure. Note that the last one will be smelling quite a lot as it comes in a fairly natural state. 

Other than the soil not being healthy enough we can look at where in the season we are. Mint is a perennial herb that will come back next year. So if we are in early autumn then it can be expected that the stem of the mint turns brown. The plant has marked that it has now grown enough and will reserve its energy for the next year instead.

When this happens we recommend just cutting the whole plant down, leaving just a few inches above the soil. It will have hopefully developed a strong enough root system to easily come back next year. We also make the most of the mint plant this way as nothing will go to waste.

Are you having problems with worms being near or attacking your mint plants. In this article right here we’ll be diving deeper into that topic, Mint Plant Worms.

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Why Is My Mint Plant Stem Turning Black

The reason for your mint plant stem turning black is often due to the health of the plant. Might seem obvious but it’s a clear indicator of what it’s able to get from the soil. 

A mint plant turning black is often caused by the soil being too watered. It will start to rot the roots of the plant and that will show above the surface in the shape of the plant turning black. 

The best thing to do now is place the plant in a very sunny spot where the soil can more quickly start to dry out and hopefully mitigate the plant turning black. However, it must be said that the likelihood of saving a mint plant turning black is very small.

If you want to learn more about overwatering mint plants and what you can do about it then we have actually written an entire article about this. You can find it here, Overwatered Mint Plants.

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How Do You Revive A Dying Mint Plant

Reviving a dying mint plant is easier said than done. If the plant is starting to turn black then it’s probably a lost cause. Since the roots of the plant have started to rot and that is what we refer to as the backbone of the plant.

But if it’s just starting to wilt, then re fertilizing the soil and perhaps watering it a bit will do the trick. Make sure you also keep it in the sun for at least a few hours during the day. That will give it energy and hopefully come back to life again.

A side note to this is that you can pick off the small leaves that have either dried up or are starting to wilt a lot. That will give room for new growth to come forth and make the plant flourish again.

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Overwatered Mint Plant

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Overwatered Mint Plant

Welcome to this post about overwatered mint plants. Unfortunately it might not be the easiest task in the beginning to get the watering just right with mint. It doesn’t like dry soil or too wet soil. The perfect state is the middleground of these two.

In this article we will be talking about what the best practices are for watering mint plants. But if you go too far we will also talk a bit about how you can save a mint plant that has been overwatered.

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Overwatered Mint Plant

Overwatering a mint plant can be devastating to the plant. The thing that happens is that the roots will be drowning in the water and you will quickly start to see that the plant will start to wilt and eventually it will die off. 

With mint we want it to be kept in the perfect state where the soil is just wet and damp. Instead of being too dry and crumbly or even soggy if you go on the other spectrum.

What we find works best for us is watering the soil in very small amounts as this will hinder it from going too fast and you can get it just perfect. What we do to check the state of the soil is to stick either a stick or your finger in the soil. It should be damp like we said. This is what mint likes to grow the most in.

We also want to mention the importance of where you keep the mint plant in the garden. If the spot is very sunny then you might have to water more as the soil will dry out quicker. If you are keeping it in a spot where it gets more shade during the day then holding off on watering can be a good idea. As the sun is not shining all the time on it the water in the soil will stay there longer.

Is your mint plant turning brown on the stem and you want to know what you can do about it? In this article here we will be discussing just that problem. Find it here, Mint Plant Stems Turning Brown.

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How Much Water Does A Mint Plant Need Per Day

The answer to how much water a mint plant will need per day will depend a lot on where it’s placed in the garden. Like we said in the paragraph just above this, a sunny spot in the garden will require more watering during the day. While on the other side a place with more shade will require less watering.

But generally speaking a mint plant will require watering at least once per day during the summer season. As the plant is growing rapidly at this point it therefore takes up a lot of water as well to continue this growth. 

As for the amount of water you will need it can’t really be determined. Since if the soil has dried up then it will be necessary with more water. So we therefore recommend that you water a small amount at a time and let that sink into the soil. After that you can feel the surface of the soil. It should be slightly damp for the best condition.

If you are curious about wintergreen being a mint variety then we have actually written an article just about that. You can find it right here, Is Wintergreen A Mint.

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How Do You Save An Overwatered Mint Plant

Saving an overwatered mint plant is a pretty difficult task, but not as hard as some other herbs like thyme or rosemary. This is because mint generally likes a soil that is kept damp or wet. So going over this a little bit won’t be devastating.

With that said, the state of the soil should not be soggy as that will quickly draw the roots. If you are growing the plant on freeland, moving it can be a hard task and probably is not worth it. But if you are keeping it in a pot then move it to the sunniest spot in the garden. This will make the soil dry up faster and then also fix the issue of an overwatered mint plant.

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Is Wintergreen A Mint

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Is Wintergreen A Mint

Welcome to this article about whether you can classify wintergreen as a mint or not. Unfortunately to cut the story short, wintergreen is not a mint. Even though it does have a pretty strong mint flavor it can be grouped together.

Nonetheless, wintergreen is a fantastic tree or bush to have at home to grow for the smell and fragrance of it. It is a very sturdy and hardy variety that can last for a long time. Given the name it can stay good for a long time into the fall and even slightly in winter depending on the climate that it’s growing in.

Below here we will be talking more about wintergreen and the flavor and use of it. But also some of the similarities it shares with regular mint.

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Is Wintergreen A Mint

Just like we said in the beginning of the article here we said that wintergreen is not a mint variety. It does instead share a lot of similarities with the most common peppermint, mostly in the flavor and the aroma of it.

Wintergreen will grow very tall and is just like regular peppermint, a perennial. Note that the term wintergreen is a very common terminology for any plant that will stay green and vibrant during the winter. 

But there is a plant that is called wintergreen that shares that mint flavor that the regular plant has. Another factor that changes a bit with the wintergreen is that it will develop small red berries, quite unlike the normal mint.

The best chance of propagating this variety is to have it in a sunny spot where the sun shines a lot and it can get between 6 – 8 hours of it every day. It can actually be grown indoors but then you will need to prune it quite heavily as it can grow pretty tall. So keeping it in check from an early stage can be a good idea.

Make sure the soil is well draining and when you first plant it you wont run the risk of having the roots of the tree start to drown.

Are you having issues with overwatering your mint plant and you want to learn about the best way to do it. Then we have the perfect article for you. You can find it right here, Overwatered Mint Plant.

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Is Wintergreen Mint The Same As Peppermint

Unfortunately wintergreen will not be the same as a peppermint. They are pretty unsimilar plants in the way they grow and look. But they do share one common similarity, that is the smell of it. 

The smell is that fragrant mint aroma that you might be very aware of. Other than that the similarities between them stop there. The wintergreen will grow small red berries and keep the leaves during the winter, like the name implies.

If you are curious about if all mint varieties are actually edible and safe to eat then we have written an article about just that. You can find it here, Is All Mint Safe To Eat.

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What Type Of Mint Is Wintergreen

Unfortunately there is no mint variety that is a wintergreen. They won’t stay green and fragrant during the winter. Instead they will be wilting down and should be cut before it gets too far. This is so that we don’t waste any of it and get the most of the season.

However, there can be a misunderstanding that wintergreen is a mint variety because of the very similar flavor it carries. But the fact of the matter is that wintergreen is not even in the same family as mint is. 

This misinformation probably stems from people using wintergreen oil that smells exactly or at least similar to regular mint. Fortunately it’s not a poisonous variety so you don’t have to worry about feeling sick after using it.

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Is All Mint Safe To Eat

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Is All Mint Safe To Eat

Unfortunately not all mint varieties will be edible. But you should be able to pretty easily decide among them which ones you can eat and which ones you can’t. Generally speaking the ones that are grown like a tree or a shrub will not be edible.

But the ones that are growing like a small culinary herb like both peppermint and spearmint. These will have the signature aromas and flavors of wintergreen. Something that can be found throughout all the edible mint varieties to choose from.

In this article we will dive a bit deeper on the mint varieties that are edible and the ones that are not. Follow along and hopefully you might be able to pick up some new useful information.

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Is All Mint Safe To Eat

Just like we said in the beginning of this article here, not all mint varieties will be edible. There are a lot that are but knowing which ones are not is very important.

Trees and ornamental shrubs that smell like mint will not be edible. These are just there for decoration and won’t provide any use in the kitchen. They aren’t really poisonous to a great extent but should be avoided nonetheless.

Instead you will want to use the mint varieties that are growing smaller and have that classic and signature mit flavor that can be compared to wintergreen. Smelling the plant is one of the best ways of identifying an edible mint plant.

Some of our favorite mint plants that are edible are peppermint, spearmint and cinnamon mint. You might now think how you could ever try and identify these with smell. But the spearmint aromas will be found in all of them. 

If you want to learn even more about wintergreen and mint then we have the perfect article for you. Find it right here, Is Wintergreen A Mint?

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How Can You Tell If Mint Is Edible

The best way to tell if a mint variety is by smelling it. Just like we talked about in the paragraph above here the smell of a mint plant will be of spearmint and that classic wintergreen aroma too. 

To practise this you can smell the most common peppermint. These will usually be found in the grocery store and knowing how this one smells will serve as a base for other varieties. You can always compare new varieties with this one to learn if the mint you have is edible or not.

Some of the mint varieties that are not edible will be ones grown as ornamental plants. They are grown large like trees and shrubs. 

Is your mint plant starting to wilt and you need to fix it and save it. Then we have the perfect article for you. You can find it right here, How To Save My Mint Plant.

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Does Mint Have Any Poisonous Look Alikes

Unfortunately there is a plant that is very similar to mint and will be poisonous. This one is called pennyroyal. It shares a very similar look to the peppermint, both with the leaves but also the flowers of the plant and the shape of them.

The bad thing about this variety is that it can be hybridized with regular mint varieties that are edible. This makes it a bad idea to try and eat any mint plant that you haven’t encountered before without being completely certain about what it is.

We don’t want to alarm you too much with all this information. The likelihood that you will ever encountered this poisonous mint is very slim. But knowing that there is one out there can be very useful.

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How To Save My Mint Plant

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How To Save My Mint Plant

Welcome to this post about how you can save a dying mint plant. There can be a few different issues causing this to happen and in this article we will discuss just this. Thankfully mint is a very hardy culinary herb that can manage a lot of different conditions.

Saving a mint plant might not always be possible but it is usually worth a shot as the herb is pretty hardy like we mentioned. This means that if you are out in time the likelihood of it surviving and starting to thrive again is a lot bigger.

Below we will discuss this topic further and hopefully share some useful tips and tricks with you. Follow along!

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How To Save My Mint Plant

Saving a mint plant will often depend on what the issue might be. If the plant is just wilting and looking down then you can probably just water the soil and maybe fertilize it to get it back on track again.

Mint is a plant that will do best in soil that is very healthy and rich in nutrients. This is the best way of quickly regaining the stride for your plant. We find that using manure is the best option for making the soil healthy again. But it does smell quite a bit so using manure instead might be a great idea.

As for watering the soil you will want to do that pretty regularly during the summer. The soil should never be kept dry or too wet. You will need to learn to find a middleground for this. It comes with experience but watering a small amount at a time until you get the right look and consistency is the best way we think.

Other than that you can move the plant to a sunnier spot in the garden. Mint really enjoys a lot of sun during the day so making sure it gets that is a very important part of having it thrive and continue growing. Outside you want it to get around 6 – 8 hours while indoors it will need up to 10 hours instead.

Are you wondering if all mint varieties are safe to eat? In this article we will dive deeper into this topic and discover some fascinating facts, Is All Mint Safe To Eat.

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Will My Mint Come Back

Your mint will definitely come back if it has had a good year. It is a perennial culinary herb that can last for many many years. If you keep it in the right conditions it will wilt down at the end of the season when the fall and winter comes.

But you shouldn’t worry as it will most likely come back in the spring as small sprouts. Keeping the plant healthy in the first few years is very important as it will make sure the root system develops properly. 

Another side note we want to include here is that at the end of the season you can cut off basically all of the plant. Since it’s a perennial and will come back the next year it’s definitely worth doing this. 

Is the leaves of your mint plant turning purple. In this article here we will discuss the cause of this issue and what you can do about it to fix it. Find it here, Purple Mint Leaves.

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Why Is My Mint Wilted

The most common reason for your mint plant being wilted is a lack of water and nutrients in the soil. More often than not the plant will not wilt when it’s getting enough sun. 

Insted the nutrients in the soil is what will decide the health of your mint plant. Without that the plant will have no energy to extract and to continue growing with. So when you notice the plant is starting to wilt down then you can fertilize the soil every now and again.

We recommend using an organic fertilizer as this will make you able to eat the mint plant as well. Which for us is a very important part of gardening and making the most of the herbs we grow.

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Purple Mint Leaves

Welcome to this article about mint leaves turning purple. This can be caused by a few different things that we will discuss further down below. But to keep it short, the reason for a mint plant turning purple is because of a lack of phosphorus. 

This is caused by lack of nutrients essentially. So replenishing the soil again will most likely fix this issue. Mint is thankfully a pretty hardy plant that can manage a lot of different conditions.

Having it grow in the best possible place is very important and here we will talk about just that. Generally speaking a sunny spot in the garden with a great water drainage will be the perfect environment for mint.

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Purple Mint Leaves

Like we said in the beginning of this article here, the reason for a mint plant or the leaves of it turning purple is the lack of something called phosphorus. This is caused by the soil being lacking nutrients.

But fortunately there is a pretty easy way of fixing this. We like to fertilize the soil again in case we ever see this. But if you already are doing this regularly then you might even see the mint plant leaves turning purple. 

We always recommend using an organic fertilizer as this will have the smallest harm to the plant. It will in the long term be the best for the soil as well. But if you have the option to use some organic manure then go for that. Just note that it will smell quite a bit, but will be heaven for the soil.

Keeping the mint in a good spot in the garden will also have a great impact on the color of the plant. Having it in the sunny spot of the garden and regularly water the soil will keep it happy and thriving too.

Is your mint plant starting to wilt and you want to save it? In this article right here we will discuss this problem even further and give some tips and tricks. Find it here, How To Save My Mint Plant.

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Which Mint Has Purple Leaves

There are actually a number of different mint varieties that can be growing purple leaves. Some of the most common ones will be shiso. Not the same name as mint and you might not think they are related. But they are actually grouped up in the same family. 

Another mint variety that can grow purple is one called bergamot. This might be a more common one and you have heard about it before. It will during the season grow slightly orange in the color but at the end it will turn into a more purple hue.

Both of these varieties are delicious and very fragrant. Some favorites for us for sure. They will grow very similar to regular peppermint. Make sure they are in a sunny spot where the soil is healthy and the water that you give the plant has room to drain away. That means that the soil should not be too compact.

Do you want to have a lawn smelling like mint? In this article right here we will be talking about just that. Find it here, Grass That Smells Like Mint.

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Is Purple Mint Edible

Purple mint on a normal peppermint one won’t be very tasty. It will most likely have lost all the flavor being that it has turned purple. The lack of nutrients will have a pretty direct impact on the flavor of the herb.

But for varieties like shiso and bergamot they are entirely edible and very tasty as well. They will actually grow and have a purple color to them naturally.

We like to use these just like regular peppermint. They are perfect on a summer salad to freshen things up more. We also like to make tea from them as they have even more fragrance to develop if you go this way.

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Grass That Smells Like Mint

Welcome to this post about grass smelling like mint. This might actually be a common occurence actually because a weed will grow in the garden. It’s called ground ivy and has the smell and look of mint. Generally it’s not a bad thing to have in the garden as it wont take over and out compete other plants.

In this article we will dive a bit deeper on this topic and discuss further what the weed is and how you can manage it and how to get rid of it if you want to. Follow along and you might learn something new about gardening.

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Grass That Smells Like Mint

Just like we said in the beginning of the article here, the reason for the grass smelling like mint is because of something called ground ivy. It’s a very common weed that will grow in the lawn.

The smell will often be noticeable after you have cut the lawn. This will release the aromas of the plant and therefore it can smell like mint when you are outside. The look and the smell of the plant is very similar to mint but you should be able to differentiate them pretty easily.

The ground ivy will grow a lot smaller while a mint plant will be larger. The lives of both of them will be similar in that slightly ribbed appearance on the edge of them. The flowers are also pretty similar in the slightly purple appearance.

You might wonder about the impact that ground ivy can have on the garden. Fortunately it’s not a whole lot. If you regularly mow your lawn then you will always be cutting down the ground ivy and prevent it from flowering. This will in turn not make it able to seed and therefore spread itself more. Instead the only way for it to propagate is by spreading the root system.

Are your mint plant leaves slightly purple? In this article right here we’ll discuss this further and give both reasons and solutions for it. Find it here, Purple Mint Leaves.

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Can You Have A Mint Lawn

You can absolutely have a mint lawn at home. But you might not want to try to grow it with the regular and most common mint variety being peppermint. They grow too large and will not produce a very pretty lawn.

Instead you can use something called coriscuan mint. This will grow smaller and more bushier making it a great lawn replacement. The smell of your lawn will now be very fragrant. But there are some things that you need to be aware of when choosing this as to what to grow in the lawn.

The first thing is that it might not tolerate a lot of foot traffic. So having it at home will be more for beauty and smell then actually use. Another thing you need to be aware of is the temperature that you have where you live during the winter. It can’t be too cold as this will greatly harm the mint.

Lastly you will also want to regularly water the lawn as the mint variety is not very drought resistant and it can start wilting very quickly. But fortunately you will quickly see it if something is going wrong.

Are you having problems with green caterpillars eating away at your mint plants? In this article right here we discuss this a bit further. Find it here, Green Caterpillars Eating Mint.

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How Do You Get Rid Of Ground Ivy

If you want to get rid of ground ivy in your lawn and have a beautiful lawn that only has grass then you need to use a weed killer. There is unfortunately no easy way of getting rid of it without chemicals. 

You will want to have a weed killer that contains dicamba. This is because it will specifically target the ground ivy in the lawn. You will usually be able to find these in any garden store around you. 

Note that the best time of the year getting rid of ground ivy is in the spring when the leaves are still tender and the plant is just starting to grow. So make sure you apply the weed killer at this time. 

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Green Caterpillar Eating Mint

There are a few different pests and bugs that can start to eat away from your mint plants. Some of these include Alfalfa and Cabbage loopers. These are unfortunately not uncommon in the garden and can cause havoc if left unchecked.

They can grow almost 1 – 2 inches long so they will be pretty easy to spot on the mint plant. In this article we will discuss further on the issues these cause and what you can do about it. Follow along and hopefully you will learn something about how you can better keep your plants safe in the garden.

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Green Caterpillar Eating Mint

Just like we said in the beginning of this article we mentioned that there are two very common caterpillars that will eat mint. These are called Alfalfa and Cabbage loopers. But they will grow pretty large and therefore easier to spot.

These will start to consume the mint leaves once they start to get established. You will notice chunks of the mint leaves from the plant start to disappear from them eating it.

Now these two bugs or insects are called loopers but they are very similar to caterpillars. They both are very interested in mint plants or any culinary herb for that matter really. 

The best way of keeping them away without using any chemicals or non natural means is by first manually removing them. Since they grow almost 1 – 2 inches long they should be pretty easy to spot on the plant. Other than that a big thing you can also do is make sure the plant is very healthy. 

Generally speaking a healthy plant will have a lot more natural resistance to attacks from bugs, insects or diseases. But once the insects have established themselves in your garden they can be hard to get rid of. Then it might even be worth considering removing the whole plant, which will cut out some food sources for the caterpillars.

Is the grass in your garden smelling like mint when you cut it? In this article right here we will discuss this further, Grass That Smells Like Mint.

Mint Leaves In The Garden

How Do I Get Rid Of Green Caterpillars On Mint

Like we mentioned in the paragraphs above here, The best way to remove green caterpillars from your mint is by manually doing it. This will probably be the most effective method actually. It might sound like a ton of work but since the green caterpillars will grow between 1 – 2 inches long they should be easily spotted.

Other than that, having a very healthy plant will mitigate the likelihood of any insects starting to attack them. As the plant is healthy is can better repel attacks from both insects or pests and diseases.

With that being said, since you probably don’t have a whole lot of mint plants growing in your garden at home, then it might even be worth considering removing the plant if the issue is severe. Once the insects have really set themselves in there it can be difficult to remove without any use of chemicals.

Are you curious about any plants that smell and sort of look like mint? In this article right here we will discuss that even further. Find it here, Plant That Smells Like Mint.

Mint Plant Growing Outside

What Is Eating My Mint Leaves

There are a number of different things that can be eating away at your mint plants. But fortunately it’s not just to mint plants, these insects can really attack any of your plants at home so don’t feel like having mint at home will make them a target.

Some of the most common ones will be spider mites, looper worms, flea beetles, aphids, cutworms and lastly thrips. These all have in common that they will harm your plant.

The best way we find to get rid of them is by having a healthy plant. This will enforce the natural defense system the plant has. But even with this it can be susceptible to attacks. But generally speaking a healthy plant will not be a target for insects. 

Removing the insects manually can be a good idea if your garden is not very large yet. But if you have a bigger one then if the issues have been going on for a long time then removing the whole plant might be necessary. But for us that is always a last resort. 

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