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growing mint
Len17
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I have an area set aside that I would like to turn into an herb garden. Have been bringing along several plants in pots.
I want to incorporate mint in this plot and would like to know what depth the root barrier should be. Is there any possibility of growing it in a raised bed of the appropriate height. will this stop any root spread.
Thanks
Len H
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I have recently moved to a new garden which has apple mint running wild through large areas of the grass. I grow my mints in individual ceramic pots on the north side of the house - plenty of light but no baking sun - and regular waterings. I do the same with basil but in smaller pots.
Most herbs, such as rosemary, sage, thyme, fennel are from the Mediterranean and like a sunnier, more well drained spot than mint so you may wat to think about having two different growing areas. Chervil and parsley are also better in some shade. Chives like sun if the soil is rich..
One of the things I've found with mint is that if any of the stems are in contact with the soil for any time they will root, and can jump a root barrier in this way. I have mine in pots.
As has been mentioned different herbs have different requirements, so it pays to do your homework.
I have my mediteranian herbs in a bed on their own, chives divide up my veggie patch, and parsley is planted as part of my crop rotation. I have just been given a lovable plant, which hasn't yet got a permanent home, as we having a greenhouse done, so more beds will be sorted afterwards.