{"product_id":"korean-licorice-mint","title":"Korean Licorice Mint Seeds","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-col text-sm pb-25\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"request-WEB:9c93384c-e904-445f-9cc8-86951e304e83-8\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-18\" data-scroll-anchor=\"true\" data-turn=\"assistant\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"90183ec8-f6f7-4c26-93ba-2a341e788bae\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-3-mini\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" data-turn-start-message=\"true\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full wrap-break-word dark markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"53\" data-end=\"379\"\u003eKorean licorice mint is a remarkable perennial, valued for both its ornamental appeal and culinary uses. It produces long spikes of fragrant purple flowers above dark green foliage, strongly attracting bees, butterflies, and other pollinating insects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"381\" data-end=\"698\"\u003eIts leaves and flowers have a sweet licorice-like flavor, making it an excellent addition to herbal teas, desserts, or as a refreshing alternative to classic mint. It integrates well into container gardens, pollinator gardens, and herb borders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"700\" data-end=\"753\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere can Korean licorice mint be grown?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"754\" data-end=\"1064\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eKorean Licorice Mint\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e grows best in zones 4 to 9. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Once established, it becomes drought-tolerant and low-maintenance, making it an excellent choice for water-wise gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1066\" data-end=\"1100\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistory and historical uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1101\" data-end=\"1477\"\u003eNative to East Asia, this plant has long been used in traditional Korean and Chinese medicine for its soothing and digestive properties. Its sweet fragrance and floral taste have made it a common ingredient in herbal teas and tonics. Its colorful flowers are also highly valued in natural and country gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1479\" data-end=\"1530\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInformation on growing zones in Canada\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1531\" data-end=\"1882\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1531\" data-end=\"1644\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eZones 8–9\u003c\/strong\u003e: Sow directly outdoors in spring or fall; flowers from early summer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1645\" data-end=\"1762\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eZones 5–7\u003c\/strong\u003e: Start indoors 6 to 8 weeks before the last frost, then transplant in spring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1763\" data-end=\"1882\" data-is-last-node=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eZone 4\u003c\/strong\u003e: Protect the plant in winter or grow in pots to bring indoors during the cold season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mt-3 w-full empty:hidden\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1871\" data-start=\"1586\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0570\/7841\/5473\/files\/Plant_Hardiness.png?v=1734491528\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Grow and Harvest Korean Licorice Mint\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSow seeds on the surface of moist soil. Lightly press seeds into the soil, but do not cover them deeply.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKeep the soil moist during germination. Once the plant is established, water only during dry periods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePick young leaves and flowers as needed, once the plant is well-developed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCut back the plant after flowering to encourage new growth. Divide clumps every few years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTips for Storing Seeds (for future crops)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Selection:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAllow a few flower stalks to fully mature and dry on the plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Harvesting:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCut the dry flower heads and gently rub them to release the seeds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrying and Storage:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEnsure seeds are completely dry before storing them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStore seeds in an airtight container in a cool, dark place. They remain viable for approximately 3 to 4 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCertified organic by:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIslands Organics Producers Association (Cert#1962)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Metchosin Farm","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53644647498096,"sku":"MF-HERB-016","price":5.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0969\/0801\/8032\/files\/magic_edit_TUFISDBPZXdiUEEjMSMzOGQxMTdiNzA5MWYxNTIzZTVjMTdiODY3NWJlNzdhMiMxMzI2IyNUUkFOU0ZPUk1BVElPTl9SRVFVRVNU.jpg?v=1777077155","url":"https:\/\/www.biocos.ca\/en-southamerica\/products\/korean-licorice-mint","provider":"Biocos Canada ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}