More Than a Hippie Scent: ☮️ How to Grow Patchouli at Home

Описание: Think Patchouli is just a smell from the 60s? Think again! This tropical member of the Mint family is a shade-loving workhorse that has been used for centuries to protect fabrics from moths.

In this video, we explore the secrets of Pogostemon cablin. Learn why this plant "Faints" dramatically when thirsty, why you should NEVER grow it from seed, and the counter-intuitive harvesting rule: The older and drier the leaf, the better the smell!
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【Key Takeaways】
1. Meet the Plant 🌿
• Family: Mint Family (but it’s well-behaved and won't take over your yard).
• History: Used in Asian medicine and to protect textiles from moths long before the hippie movement.
2. Two Rules for Growing 📏
• Rule #1: Shade Lover. ☁️ Unlike other herbs, Patchouli hates harsh direct sun. Give it dappled light or partial shade.
• Rule #2: Moisture Lover. 💧 Keep soil consistently moist (like a wrung-out sponge).
• The Drama: If it gets dry, the plant will "Faint" (droop totally flat). Give it water, and it perks right back up!
3. Propagation Secret ✂️
• Skip the Seeds: They are notoriously difficult.
• Use Cuttings: Snip a stem, put it in water/soil, and it roots easily in weeks.
4. The Scent Secret: Curing 🍂
• Fresh leaves have a mild scent. The iconic, deep, earthy aroma only develops after drying.
• How to Cure: Dry slowly in the shade (not the sun) to ferment the oils and unlock the fragrance.
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