Overwatering in Mint
Mint is a vigorous, aromatic herb used in cooking, teas, and cocktails
Mint care requirements
These care conditions are most relevant to overwatering in Mint. Check each one as a potential cause.
Symptoms to look for in Mint
Leaves yellow or develop dark, mushy patches, sometimes with a musty smell, despite mint's general love of moisture.
Common causes in Mint
Even though mint wants consistently moist soil, there's a difference between moist and waterlogged — a pot without drainage can cross that line even while following mint's higher-than-average watering needs.
How to diagnose overwatering in Mint
Push finger 2 inches into soil. If wet, overwatering is occurring.
How to treat overwatering in Mint
Check that the pot has drainage and isn't sitting in standing water, and let the surface dry slightly between waterings even while keeping the deeper soil moist.
Preventing overwatering in Mint
Use a pot with drainage holes, and while mint likes moisture, avoid letting it sit in standing water in a saucer.