When to Plant Mint in Zone 9
In USDA zone 9a, plant outdoors March 15 to May 14, and expect your first harvest around May 14. (9a shown here — see 9a and 9b dates separately below.)
Mint planting calendar for USDA Zone 9a
Average last spring frost
March 1
Average first fall frost
December 1
Direct sow
Mar 15
Projected first harvest
May 14
Most mint mature in about 60 days, needing roughly 275 frost-free days in zone 9a.
Mint planting calendar for USDA Zone 9b
Average last spring frost
February 15
Average first fall frost
December 15
Direct sow
Mar 1
Projected first harvest
Apr 30
Most mint mature in about 60 days, needing roughly 303 frost-free days in zone 9b.
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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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