When should I plant Menta in Zone 7b?

Start Menta seeds indoors around Feb 13. Transplant outdoors after Mar 27. Expect first harvest around May 26.

What is the last frost date for Zone 7b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 7b is Apr 10. The first fall frost averages Nov 7, giving a 211-day growing season.

Can I grow Menta in Zone 7b?

Yes. Menta needs 60 days to harvest. Zone 7b has a 211-day growing season, which is sufficient.

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🍃 Growing Menta in Zone 7b

Zone 7b has mild winters and a long growing season -- good conditions for Menta. Darrera gelada: Apr 10. Primera gelada: Nov 7.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Feb 13Nov 7

Season: Apr 10 – Nov 7 (211 dies)

Zona7b

Darrera geladaApr 10

Primera geladaNov 7

Temporada211 dies

Collita60 dies

SolMitja Ombra

When to Plant Menta in Zone 7b

Start Seeds Indoors: Feb 13

Start Menta seeds indoors around Feb 13 (8 setmanes abans de l’última gelada). Optimal germination temperature: 70F. Germinates in 10-16 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Mar 27

Transplant Menta seedlings outdoors after Mar 27. Wait until soil temperature reaches 50F. Space plants at 1/m² (30cm espaiat). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: May 26

First harvest approximately May 26 (~60 dies from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Nov 7). Menta can overwinter in mild climates for continued harvest.

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