Leaf Drop in Mint
Mint is a vigorous, aromatic herb used in cooking, teas, and cocktails
Mint care requirements
These care conditions are most relevant to leaf drop in Mint. Check each one as a potential cause.
Symptoms to look for in Mint
Leaves yellow and drop, sometimes rapidly, particularly if the soil has dried out.
Common causes in Mint
Mint needs consistently moist soil and doesn't tolerate drying out the way many herbs do — unlike drought-tolerant Mediterranean herbs, letting mint's soil dry fully often triggers leaf drop.
How to diagnose leaf drop in Mint
Assess recent environmental changes — has the plant been moved?
How to treat leaf drop in Mint
Water thoroughly and consistently going forward, and consider moving to a spot with a bit more shade if the plant is drying out too quickly in full sun.
Preventing leaf drop in Mint
Keep soil consistently moist rather than letting it dry between waterings, since mint is much thirstier than most culinary herbs.