Spearmint 'Pharaoh'

Mentha spicata

How to grow Spearmint 'Pharaoh'

  • Partial Sun

  • Medium

Try to plant in a location that enjoys partial sun and remember to water moderately. Pharaoh is generally regarded as a hardy plant, so this plant will survive close to or on freezing temperatures. Pharaoh needs a loamy, potting mix and clay soil with a ph of 6.5 to 7.0 (weakly acidic soil to neutral soil).

Growing Pharaoh from seed

Try to aim for a seed spacing of at least 11.7 inches (30.0 cm) and sow at a depth of around 0.23 inches (0.6 cm).

Transplanting Pharaoh

Pharaoh is hardy, so ensure you wait until all danger of frost has passed in your area before considering planting outside.

Harvesting Pharaoh