It is based on the percentage increase in the Consumer Price Index for Urban Wage Earners and Clerical Workers (CPI-W). The use of CPI-W conflicts with this purpose, because the elderly consume substantially more health care goods and services than younger people.
4-6 months. Tips. 1  To store fresh mint: (1) Trim the ends and place in a glass containing about one inch of water; (2) Cover with a loose-fitting plastic bag and refrigerate; (3) Replace water when it gets cloudy.
Mint is meant to be particularly susceptible to mint rust if itâs grown in the full sun, but in my experience youâre just as likely to get it if your mint is not in full sun. Infected plants will contaminate the soil and will carry the infection through the winter into the following year. How to Eliminate Mint Rust. Sadly, there isnât a good chemical remedy for the herb disease, mint rust â if you want to be able to use your mint after treatment.