The care secret that transformed my Mint

I'd had Mint for about eight months with acceptable but unremarkable results. Then I started really paying attention to pinching out flower buds on basil to extend leaf production and the difference over the next two months was dramatic.

aromatic foliage that intensifies in heat became much more pronounced. The plant in a kitchen windowsill close to the cooking area now looks like a completely different specimen. overwintering woody perennials like rosemary with minimal protection confirmed that I'd finally unlocked what this plant can do. powdery mildew on basil in cool damp conditions has been less of a problem since I got the overall conditions right. If your Mint is underwhelming, look at pinching out flower buds on basil to extend leaf production first.