R26.45
Mint is a versatile herb known for its refreshing flavour, widely used in beverages, desserts, and savoury dishes. In the garden, mint is valued for its vigorous growth, which helps suppress weeds, improve soil health, and attract beneficial insects.
Refreshing flavour ideal for drinks, desserts, and savoury cooking
Fast-growing and vigorous, helping suppress weeds
Attracts beneficial insects and supports soil health
Open-pollinated seeds for dependable cultivation
Botanical name: Mentha
Seed type: Open pollinated
Planting time: Year round
Days to germination: 10–14
Days to maturity: 60–90
Plant depth: 5 mm
Plant spacing: 20 × 20 cm
Plant height: 15–100 cm
Leaf shape: Lanceolate
Leaf size: Medium to large
Ideal planting conditions: Full sun, half shade
Seeds per gram: ±9000
Perfect for teas, beverages, desserts, savoury dishes, and as a beneficial companion plant in the garden.
AgricultSURE, a South African small-scale farmer developer, joined forces with Laeveld Agrochem for the popular televised Niche Farmers series. Airing since August 2022, the series showcases local up-and-coming farmers using innovative methods for food production. It features diverse farming enterprises, from hydroponic rooftops to greenhouses, highlighting the entrepreneurial spirit of South African farmers.
AgricultSURE and Laeveld Agrochem hope that Niche Farmers will inspire others to start their agri-businesses, promoting a wide range of food production opportunities for universal food security in the country and region. The series also emphasizes the significance of commercial farming and creating jobs in the agricultural industry. AgricultSURE collaborates with small-scale farmers and community gardening projects to implement sustainable projects across the region.
