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Mint growing in a garden

Perennial herb

Mint plant profile

Mentha spicata

A perennial herb for full sun.

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When to plant

When to plant Mint

Plant in spring once hard frost has passed, from stem or root cuttings or a divided clump. Mint is a hardy perennial that spreads aggressively by rooting stems and rhizomes, so grow it in a container or behind a soil barrier.

The calendar shows this cited seasonal window as an approximate band. It does not convert the season into frost-adjusted dates.

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This uses the published planting season. It is not adjusted to local frost dates.

Growing conditions

Sun
Full sun
Lifecycle
Perennial

Common problems

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Also watch for: invasive spreading.

Evidence trail

Evidence behind this profile

Original extension and institutional publications behind the planting, care, and safety facts on this page.

  1. Spearmint, Mentha spicata

    NC State Extension. Supports general reference. Checked 2026-07-26.