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.
Open Mint in my garden calendarShows the source-backed planting season, not frost-adjusted 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.
- Spearmint, Mentha spicata
NC State Extension. Supports general reference. Checked 2026-07-26.