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Posted 3Y ago by @Apricotjelly

Why is my mint so sad and spindly?

Hi! My mint plant is about a year old and has gone from thriving to thin. Any tips to bring my plant back are greatly appreciated! #HappyPlants
Messi
Messi
Apple Mint
2ft to light, direct
7” pot with drainage
Last watered 2 years ago
@Jilliansue2007
Jillian
1333 XP
3Y ago
@Jilliansue2007
It needs lots of sun. This happens most commonly due to the lack of sun. It could also be over fertilized. The third problem could be that it’s rootbound. To fix this you can remove the plant from the pot and soak the roots. Then untangle and prune them before putting the plant into a bigger pot.
@Apricotjelly
Maggie
1036 XP
3Y ago
@Apricotjelly
@Jilliansue2007 Thank you! 😁
@Jilliansue2007
Jillian
1333 XP
3Y ago
@Jilliansue2007
@Apricotjelly You’re welcome!
@Plantoholic
Aman
8043 XP
3Y ago
@Plantoholic
Hey, it looks leggy, which is a sign that it isn’t getting enough light. Also don’t let the soil dry out too much. It prefers moist soil but not wet. Happy growing!
@Apricotjelly
Maggie
1036 XP
3Y ago
@Apricotjelly
@Plantoholic Thank you 😊