{"product_id":"mountain-mint-live-plant-cutting-6-8-inch-unrooted-herb-cutting-copy-1","title":"Wintergreen Live Plant Cutting","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWintergreen Mint Live Plant Cutting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMentha\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e sp.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdd a cool, refreshing mint variety to your herb collection with Wintergreen Mint.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWintergreen Mint is appreciated for its aromatic foliage, refreshing character, vigorous growth, and place in tea gardens, culinary herb collections, containers, raised beds, and specialty mint gardens.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach cutting is freshly harvested from healthy plants grown at our Blue Ridge Mountain homestead and carefully prepared for shipment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat You Will Receive\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne fresh, unrooted Wintergreen Mint cutting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApproximately 6–8 inches long\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne rockwool rooting cube\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMoisture-protective packaging for transit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBasic care and propagation instructions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis listing is for an \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eunrooted plant cutting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, not an established rooted plant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBecause each cutting is naturally grown and individually harvested, size, branching, leaf shape, color, fragrance, and overall appearance may vary from listing photographs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy Gardeners Love Wintergreen Mint\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDistinctive refreshing aroma\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVigorous growth\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInteresting addition to specialty mint collections\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuitable for containers and dedicated herb beds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGenerally easy to propagate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUseful in tea gardens and culinary herb collections\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAttractive to visiting pollinators when allowed to flower\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFragrance and flavor are naturally subjective and may vary according to season, maturity, sunlight, temperature, soil, and other growing conditions. A particular aroma or flavor intensity cannot be guaranteed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMentha\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e sp.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Wintergreen Mint\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Perennial herb\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLight Requirements:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Full sun to partial shade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater Requirements:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Prefers consistently moist, well-draining soil after rooting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Vigorous and spreading\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuitable for Containers:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Yes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePollinator Friendly:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Flowers may attract visiting pollinators \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMint spreads readily through underground runners. Growing Wintergreen Mint in a container is recommended when you want to limit its enthusiasm for annexing neighboring territory.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGarden performance and winter hardiness depend on the purchaser’s climate, growing zone, soil, planting location, and ongoing care.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePopular Uses\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHerbal teas\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTea blends\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInfused water\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSummer beverages\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMocktails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCulinary herb gardens\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eContainer gardening\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecialty mint collections\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWash fresh plant material thoroughly before culinary use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImportant: Care Immediately After Delivery\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease unpack your cutting immediately after delivery and remove all shipping materials.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlace the lower portion of the stem in clean, room-temperature water for a minimum of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e48 hours\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Keep all leaves above the waterline, with only the lower stem and at least one propagation node submerged.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis recovery period allows the cutting to rehydrate and recover from normal shipping stress before rooting begins.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDuring the recovery period:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeep the cutting in bright, indirect light\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeep it away from direct sunlight and extreme temperatures\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReplace the water if it becomes cloudy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo not add fertilizer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo not allow leaves to remain submerged\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemporary wilting or softness can occur after shipping and does not necessarily indicate damage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRooting Your Cutting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAfter the initial 48-hour recovery period, continue rooting using either of these methods:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeep the stem and propagation node in clean water\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlace the stem and propagation node into the included pre-soaked rockwool cube supplied with water\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeep leaves above the waterline and do not allow the rockwool cube to dry out.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProvide bright, indirect light while roots develop.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo not transfer the cutting directly into soil immediately after delivery.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAllow the cutting to remain in water or water-supplied rockwool until several healthy roots have formed and are at least approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003etwo inches long\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e before transplanting into an appropriate potting mix.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRooting time varies according to temperature, light, water quality, plant condition, and other growing conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShipping\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLive plant orders are generally processed within \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1–5 business days\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and normally ship \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMonday through Wednesday\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e to reduce the likelihood of weekend carrier delays.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYour cutting will be wrapped with moisture-protective materials and carefully packaged for transit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTracking information will be provided when your order ships.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLive cuttings are available only when we are actively harvesting and fulfilling plant orders. Seasonal temperatures, severe weather, or plant growth conditions may occasionally require us to pause live-plant shipping.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCustomers are responsible for confirming that this plant can legally be shipped to and grown at their destination.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImportant Information About Live Cuttings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis product is a living, unrooted plant cutting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuccessful rooting and future growth depend on shipping conditions, temperature, handling, propagation method, moisture, light, climate, and ongoing care.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe carefully select and package each cutting, but rooting success and future plant performance cannot be guaranteed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf The Robertson Rottie Ranch makes an error with your order or is unable to fulfill it, the issue will be handled in accordance with our Return \u0026amp; Refund Policy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLearn More Before You Buy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVisit \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Robertson Rottie Ranch on YouTube\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and follow our Mountain Apothecary series for:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHerb profiles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePropagation and rooting techniques\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHarvesting guides\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHerb preservation methods\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTea preparation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHomestead gardening\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGarden planning and maintenance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrom Our Homestead to Yours\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis Wintergreen Mint cutting is grown and freshly harvested by \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMountain Moon Apothecary\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, the botanical and herb-growing line of The Robertson Rottie Ranch, in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThank you for supporting our small mountain homestead.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Mountain Apothecary","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67283359072505,"sku":null,"price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0815\/2927\/4617\/files\/WintergreenMintApothecaryLabel.png?v=1791123918","url":"https:\/\/therobertsonrottieranch.com\/products\/mountain-mint-live-plant-cutting-6-8-inch-unrooted-herb-cutting-copy-1","provider":"The Robertson Rottie Ranch, LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}