Question

part 2
directions: complete the activities below to learn about the production of mint. utilize these websites to complete the activities: https://www.almanac.com/plant/mint, https://www.almanac.com/what - are - plant - hardiness - zones, https://bonnieplants.com/blogs/how - to - grow/growing - mint and https://planthardiness.ars.usda.gov/

1. what is a plant hardiness zone?
2. what zone(s) does mint grow best in?

on the map, shade in the zones where mint grows best.

1. in which season is it best to plant mint? circle the correct answer. winter spring summer fall

how to grow and plant mint
spacing requirements
water requirements
fertilize requirements
ph requirement
when do the flowers on the mint plant typically bloom?
what insects/pests is mint vulnerable to?
according to your area’s usda planting zone, what crops have similar growth requirements to mint? use this site to help with your research: https://southernlivingplants.com/find - your - zone/
identify various uses for mint. list at least four.
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how do you harvest mint?
how many harvests per season are typical?
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Explanation:

1. A plant hardiness zone is a geographic area defined by the average annual minimum temperature, which helps gardeners and horticulturists determine which plants are likely to thrive in their area.
2. Mint generally grows well in USDA hardiness zones 3 - 10.
3. Spring is the best season to plant mint as the soil warms up and there is adequate moisture for root - establishment. Mint spacing requirements: 12 - 18 inches apart. Water requirements: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Fertilize requirements: A balanced, slow - release fertilizer in spring. pH Requirement: 6.0 - 7.0. Mint flowers typically bloom in mid - summer to early fall. Mint is vulnerable to aphids, spider mites, and whiteflies. Similar crops in terms of growth requirements in the same zones could include oregano and thyme. Uses of mint include culinary (in teas, salads, sauces), medicinal (soothing upset stomachs), in cosmetics (for a cooling effect), and as an insect repellent. Harvest mint by cutting stems just above a leaf node, and it is typical to have 2 - 3 harvests per season.

Answer:

1. A geographic area defined by average annual minimum temperature for plant - suitability determination.
2. USDA hardiness zones 3 - 10.
3. Spring

Spacing Requirements: 12 - 18 inches apart
Water Requirements: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged
Fertilize Requirements: A balanced, slow - release fertilizer in spring
pH Requirement: 6.0 - 7.0
When do the flowers on the mint plant typically bloom?: Mid - summer to early fall
What insects/pests is mint vulnerable to?: Aphids, spider mites, whiteflies
According to your area’s USDA planting zone, what crops have similar growth requirements to mint?: Oregano, thyme
Identify various uses for mint. List at least four: Culinary (in teas, salads, sauces), medicinal (soothing upset stomachs), in cosmetics (for a cooling effect), as an insect repellent
How do you harvest mint?: Cut stems just above a leaf node
How many harvests per season are typical?: 2 - 3