When to Plant Mint in Zone 5
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Last updated: Apr 25, 2026 · Sources: USDA, NOAA, Cooperative ExtensionZone 5 Planting Schedule
Start Indoors
Apr 16
6–8 weeks before transplant
Transplant Out
May 14
After last frost (Apr 30)
Direct Sow
May 14
Directly in garden bed
First Harvest
Jul 25
60–90 days after planting
Season Ends
Sep 23
Before first frost (Oct 5)
Quick Facts
Sunlight
⛅ Partial Sun
Water Needs
💧💧 Moderate
Spacing
18 inches apart
Planting Depth
0.25 inch
Min Soil Temp
55°F
Germination
10–15 days
Days to Maturity
60–90 days
Frost Tolerance
Moderate frost tolerance
Soil pH
6.0–7.0
Difficulty
Easy
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Mint Schedule — All Zones
| Zone | Start Indoors | Transplant | Direct Sow | Harvest Start | Harvest End |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zone 3 | May 1 | May 29 | May 29 | Aug 9 | Sep 12 |
| Zone 4 | Apr 26 | May 24 | May 24 | Aug 4 | Sep 22 |
| Zone 5 | Apr 16 | May 14 | May 14 | Jul 25 | Sep 23 |
| Zone 6 | Apr 1 | Apr 29 | Apr 29 | Jul 10 | Sep 8 |
| Zone 7 | Mar 22 | Apr 19 | Apr 19 | Jun 30 | Aug 29 |
| Zone 8 | Mar 6 | Apr 3 | Apr 3 | Jun 14 | Aug 13 |
| Zone 9 | Feb 14 | Mar 14 | Mar 14 | May 25 | Jul 24 |
| Zone 10 | Jan 27 | Feb 24 | Feb 24 | May 7 | Jul 6 |
| Zone 11 | Jan 1 | Jan 29 | Jan 29 | Apr 11 | Jun 10 |
📚 Data Sources
Frost dates: NOAA Climate Normals 1991–2020, National Centers for Environmental Information.Hardiness zones: USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map, Agricultural Research Service.
Growing requirements: Cooperative Extension Services — NC State, Penn State, University of Florida IFAS.
Companion planting: Cornell University Cooperative Extension.
Data compiled from public agricultural sources. Always verify with your local extension office for micro-climate adjustments.