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  How can I keep my mint plant alive indoors over winter?

  Mint can survive indoors over winter with strong light, regular watering, and occasional trimming; a simple LED grow light or the sunniest window you have is usually enough.

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  What is the name of this mint-like herb plant?

  This looks like a type of mint, most likely common mint or spearmint. Rub a leaf between your fingers and smell it – a strong, cool minty scent will confirm it’s a mint plant.

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