When to Plant Mint in Zone 4
In USDA zone 4a, plant outdoors May 29 to July 28, and expect your first harvest around July 28. (4a shown here — see 4a and 4b dates separately below.)
Mint planting calendar for USDA Zone 4a
Average last spring frost
May 15
Average first fall frost
September 20
Direct sow
May 29
Projected first harvest
Jul 28
Most mint mature in about 60 days, needing roughly 128 frost-free days in zone 4a.
Mint planting calendar for USDA Zone 4b
Average last spring frost
May 10
Average first fall frost
September 25
Direct sow
May 24
Projected first harvest
Jul 23
Most mint mature in about 60 days, needing roughly 138 frost-free days in zone 4b.
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Varieties to grow
7 varieties of mint in the HomeSown library. Tap any for its full grow guide.
Common problems with mint
What to watch for, with identification and treatment for each
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