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How can I get rid of mint? #877148

Asked July 14, 2024, 10:52 AM EDT

I habe apple mint growing everywhere and I need a safe way to kill it so it won't come back.

Lapeer County Michigan

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Hi Luann -
I don't know how much mint you have, but here is how you can get rid of it without using herbicides: https://plantvillage.psu.edu/posts/3491-general-getting-rid-of-unwanted-mint
I have tried the "digging out" method before and that worked for me. The key is persistence.
Good luck!

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How can I get rid of mint? #877148

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