How much do you water your mint plant?

Answer 1

Over-watering is the most common cause of death in indoor plants. If the roots of a plant are surrounded by water, they cannot absorb oxygen. Does a plant need water or oxygen to survive? It needs both, so over-watering kills the plant by rotting the roots and preventing the plant from absorbing much needed oxygen.

There is no easy answer to "how much water should I give my plant." This amount could depend on the type of plant you have, where it is located, how old the plant is and the type and size of the pot. Even soil conditions come into play as some soil holds more water than others.

Plants with large or thin leaves usually need water more often than succulent plants. Does a succulent plant need water? Yes, but succulent plants have fleshier stems and leaves and can store more water during drought conditions. Therefore, they don't need as much water.

During dormant conditions, or just after heavy flowering or growth periods, plants require watering less often.

You might ask yourself, "How little water will kill a plant?" Truth be known, it varies. How long can a plant last without water? Once it dries out, not that long.

Water your plant whenever it is necessary. The best way to know when it is necessary is to touch the soil. If the plant soil is dry to the touch, does the plant need water? Yes! Further, if you tap the pot and it sounds dull, the soil is moist below the surface, so your plant is probably safe. If it sounds hollow, watering is needed.

Answer 2

Mint likes water. So give it a constant watering. Mint can run away so keep it contained in a pot or it may take over your entire garden.