But I gotta ask...
Mint definitely keeps rabbits away, but you're right about it spreading everywhere. I planted some in a pot buried halfway into the ground—worked pretty well to contain it. Still gotta watch those sneaky runners though...
Mint, huh? Never thought about using it as rabbit deterrent—always just figured it was for mojitos or toothpaste flavoring, lol. But burying a pot halfway is pretty clever. Still, wouldn't those runners eventually sneak out through the drainage holes? I've seen mint take over entire garden beds from just one tiny plant...it's like the kudzu of herbs.
Speaking of storm shelters (since that's what this thread was originally about, right?), did you guys install yours underground or is it one of those above-ground reinforced rooms? I've been debating adding one to a rental property I'm renovating, but I'm still weighing if it's worth the investment. Tornadoes around here are no joke, but neither are construction costs these days. Would love to hear how you feel about yours now that it's officially passed inspection.
"Still, wouldn't those runners eventually sneak out through the drainage holes?"
Actually, if you line the pot with landscape fabric before planting, it can help keep those pesky mint runners contained. I've done it myself—mint stayed put for years without invading the rest of my herb garden. But yeah, mint is definitely a determined little plant!
As for storm shelters, I went with an above-ground reinforced room when renovating my historic home. Underground shelters can be tricky with older properties—lots of hidden pipes and foundations to work around. The above-ground option was quicker to install and didn't disturb the original structure much. Honestly, I sleep better knowing it's there...especially during tornado season. It wasn't cheap, but peace of mind rarely is these days. If you're renovating anyway, might be worth considering something similar rather than dealing with excavation headaches.
Mint is basically the Houdini of plants—mine escaped even with landscape fabric. I swear it laughed at me as it popped up three feet away. As for storm shelters, we went underground during our renovation and hit every possible snag (pipes, roots, you name it). Wish I'd thought about an above-ground option sooner... would've saved a lot of headaches and probably some cash too. Glad yours worked out smoothly though!
Mint is relentless, isn't it? I gave up trying to contain mine years ago—now I just mow over whatever pops up outside its designated spot. About your underground shelter, did you run into any moisture or drainage issues after installation? I've heard mixed things about underground setups and water seepage, and I'm curious how common that really is. Seems like above-ground shelters might dodge that bullet altogether...
