That is sad that you had to throw it out but you sure don't want the spider mites spreading to other plants. On a whim I bought a packet of seeds at Wal-Mart or Home Depot a couple of months ago and sowed them directly in the ground. They sprouted quickly and really took off. I will enjoy the fragrant blooms more when we get our porch screened in and can sit out in the evenings and at night without the worry of pesky mosquitoes!