Peppermint

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Hardy to Zone 4 18-36" tall 60-65 days to harvest Mentha piperita

HEIRLOOM Easy to grow and thriving nearly anywhere, peppermint is deliciously resilient as well as prolific. A hardy perennial in Zone 4, establish peppermint where you welcome it for generations to come. Even in poor, undrained soil in part shade, peppermint shows us how to thrive!

Notably, we grow peppermint outside the garden where they grow in lush, rampant carpets without overtaking our vegetables. Growing peppermint in a pot is another way to contain their fragrant enthusiasm. Like so many herbs, peppermint leaves before flower are the most tender and sweet, so harvesting frequently and you’ll likely harvest all the more.

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Planting Method: Transplant Only

When to sow: As early as 5-6 weeks before last frost (indoors) and as late as mid-July in Zone 5

Seed Depth: barely cover

Days to Germination: 10-14 days at 72–75°F (22–24°C)

Sowing and seedling care: Sow 2 seeds per soil block/cell and thin to one. Bottom-water to avoid displaced seed. Transfer to larger pot with first true leaves. Harden off seedlings (reduce water & temp 3-7 days). Weed & water well; mulch to reduce weed & watering pressure.

When to transplant: After last frost

Transplant Spacing: 10-12 inches Sun Needs: Full/Partial

Moisture: After establishing, peppermint thrives in dry, average or consistently wet conditions.

Days to Harvest: 60-65

Height: 2-3 feet

Harvest: Sweetest leaf flavor is before flowering. Delicious fresh or dried.