When should I plant Mint in Zone 4b?

Start Mint seeds indoors around Mar 6. Transplant outdoors after Apr 17. Expect first harvest around Jun 16.

What is the last frost date for Zone 4b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 4b is May 1. The first fall frost averages Oct 5, giving a 157-day growing season.

Can I grow Mint in Zone 4b?

Yes. Mint needs 60 days to harvest. Zone 4b has a 157-day growing season, which is sufficient.

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🍃 Growing Mint in Zone 4b

Zone 4b has cold winters and a moderate growing season. Timing is key for Mint in this zone. Embun beku terakhir: May 1. Embun beku pertama: Oct 5.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Mar 6Oct 5

Season: May 1 – Oct 5 (157 hari)

Zona4b

Embun beku terakhirMay 1

Embun beku pertamaOct 5

Musim157 hari

Panen60 hari

MatahariMatahari Parsial / Teduh Parsial

When to Plant Mint in Zone 4b

Start Seeds Indoors: Mar 6

Start Mint seeds indoors around Mar 6 (8 minggu sebelum embun beku terakhir). Optimal germination temperature: 70F. Germinates in 10-16 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Apr 17

Transplant Mint seedlings outdoors after Apr 17. Wait until soil temperature reaches 50F. Space plants at 1/m² (30cm jarak). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Jun 16

First harvest approximately Jun 16 (~60 hari from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 5). Mint can overwinter in mild climates for continued harvest.

Tanaman Pendamping

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❌ Kamomil

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