Mint's definitely sneaky—I learned the hard way too. Funny enough, my oregano tried pulling the same stunt. Ended up potting it separately, and now it's finally behaving... mostly. Herbs have minds of their own sometimes.
Mint and oregano definitely have their quirks—I've had similar experiences myself. It's interesting how some herbs seem to thrive better when they're given their own space, while others happily coexist. I recently renovated my outdoor area and decided to create a dedicated herb corner. Initially, I thought grouping everything together would look nice and organized, but quickly realized that certain herbs just don't play well with others.
For instance, my rosemary and thyme seem perfectly content sharing a planter, but basil... that's another story entirely. It started out fine, but within weeks the basil was crowding out everything else. Eventually, I had to give it its own pot, and now it's flourishing without bullying its neighbors.
Have you noticed if certain herbs or plants in your garden seem to prefer specific companions or arrangements? I'm curious if there's a general rule of thumb or if it's mostly trial and error. Gardening always feels like a bit of an experiment to me—rewarding but unpredictable at times.
I've actually found basil pretty easygoing in mixed planters, as long as it's pruned regularly. Maybe it's more about the variety or how aggressively you trim it back? I usually pinch off the tops weekly, and it stays bushy without overtaking neighbors. Mint, though... totally agree—it's a beast. Learned the hard way to keep it confined or it'll take over everything. Gardening's definitely part science, part trial-and-error.
"Gardening's definitely part science, part trial-and-error."
Couldn't agree more with this! Your approach to basil sounds spot-on—regular pruning really does wonders. Mint, though... learned that lesson myself. Keep experimenting; your outdoor space sounds like it's coming along beautifully.
"Mint, though... learned that lesson myself."
Mint's reputation for invasiveness is understandable, but honestly, I've found it manageable if you plant it in containers or raised beds. Keeps it contained and still accessible—might be worth reconsidering if you enjoy fresh mint tea occasionally.
