{"product_id":"os-menthe-verte","title":"Spearmint","description":"\u003ch2 data-start=\"183\" data-end=\"272\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"186\" data-end=\"272\"\u003eA refreshing, vigorous perennial herb, ideal for teas, desserts, and vegetable gardens.\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003ch3 data-start=\"274\" data-end=\"340\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"278\" data-end=\"340\"\u003eSpearmint ( \u003cem data-start=\"294\" data-end=\"310\"\u003eMentha spicata\u003c\/em\u003e ), offered by OSC Seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"342\" data-end=\"836\"\u003e Spearmint is a \u003cstrong data-start=\"372\" data-end=\"382\"\u003eperennial\u003c\/strong\u003e herb, fresh and extremely fragrant, indispensable in \u003cstrong data-start=\"440\" data-end=\"448\"\u003eteas\u003c\/strong\u003e , \u003cstrong data-start=\"450\" data-end=\"463\"\u003ecocktails\u003c\/strong\u003e , \u003cstrong data-start=\"465\" data-end=\"476\"\u003esalads\u003c\/strong\u003e , \u003cstrong data-start=\"478\" data-end=\"490\"\u003edesserts\u003c\/strong\u003e , and everyday recipes. Its classic aroma, milder and less minty than that of peppermint, makes it versatile and highly prized. Vigorous and productive, it spreads quickly and provides leaves throughout the season. It is also a melliferous plant that attracts \u003cstrong data-start=\"786\" data-end=\"798\"\u003ebees\u003c\/strong\u003e and contributes to biodiversity in the vegetable garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"838\" data-end=\"1267\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"838\" data-end=\"855\"\u003ePropagation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Indoor sowing or direct sowing \u003cbr data-start=\"887\" data-end=\"890\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"890\" data-end=\"916\"\u003ePlant height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30–60 cm\u003cbr data-start=\"925\" data-end=\"928\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"928\" data-end=\"950\"\u003ePackage size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 700 seeds\u003cbr data-start=\"970\" data-end=\"973\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"973\" data-end=\"998\"\u003eHarvest time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 70–90 days\u003cbr data-start=\"1010\" data-end=\"1013\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1013\" data-end=\"1035\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eFrost tolerance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very hardy (zone 3–4)\u003cbr data-start=\"1060\" data-end=\"1063\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1063\" data-end=\"1089\"\u003eCompanion plants:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cabbage, tomatoes (natural repellent)\u003cbr data-start=\"1123\" data-end=\"1126\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1126\" data-end=\"1153\"\u003eIncompatible plants:\u003c\/strong\u003e Avoid planting it too close to sensitive (invasive) weeds.\u003cbr data-start=\"1218\" data-end=\"1221\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1221\" data-end=\"1231\"\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very vigorous aromatic perennial\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1269\" data-end=\"1722\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1269\" data-end=\"1298\"\u003ePlanting and maintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr data-start=\"1298\" data-end=\"1301\"\u003eSow on the surface—mint seeds prefer \u003cstrong data-start=\"1355\" data-end=\"1366\"\u003elight\u003c\/strong\u003e to germinate. Keep the soil moist until germination. Plant in \u003cstrong data-start=\"1430\" data-end=\"1446\"\u003efull sun\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong data-start=\"1450\" data-end=\"1462\"\u003epartial shade\u003c\/strong\u003e in rich, moist soil. Mint is \u003cstrong data-start=\"1506\" data-end=\"1524\"\u003every invasive\u003c\/strong\u003e : grow it in a pot or in a confined area if you want to limit its spread. Prune regularly to encourage new growth and harvest as needed throughout the season.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OSC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53068606505120,"sku":"OSC3080","price":2.49,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0655\/3878\/5440\/files\/MentheverteOSC.jpg?v=1764790935","url":"https:\/\/www.pepiniere.ca\/en\/products\/os-menthe-verte","provider":"Pépinière.ca","version":"1.0","type":"link"}