When I moved in, the previous owner left behind what looked like a wild patch of green. Turns out, it was a bunch of mint plants! At first, I thought, "What am I supposed to do with all this?" But then I started snipping a few leaves for my tea. The fresh flavor totally beats anything from a box. The more I picked, the more it grew. I started tossing mint into salads and even muddled some into lemonade. The trick is to pinch off the tops—this keeps the plant bushy and stops it from taking over the whole yard. Now, my little mint corner is my favorite spot. Who knew a surprise like this could make gardening so much fun? #gardening #mint #planttips #homegrown #kitchenhacks