herb variety in zone 6a
Chocolate mint in zone 6a
Chocolate · Mentha species
- Zone
- 6a -10°F to -5°F
- Growing season
- 180 days
- Days to harvest
- 60 to 90
The verdict
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About Chocolate
Mint with cocoa-chocolate undertones; novelty culinary mint. Desserts, cocktails, hot chocolate. Still aggressive, still container-only.
Critical timing for zone 6a
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Common challenges in zone 6a
- ▸ Brown rot in stone fruit
- ▸ Japanese beetles
- ▸ Spring frost damage to peach buds
Modified care for zone 6a
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Chocolate in adjacent zones
Other mint varieties for zone 6a
- Mojito
Sweet, less menthol than spearmint, citrus undertones; the Cuban mint. Mojitos, fresh summer cocktails, fruit.…
- Peppermint
Sharp, cool, intense menthol; tea and confection mint. Tea, ice cream, chocolate combinations. Even more aggre…
- Spearmint
Bright, sweet, classic mint flavor; the Mojito and tabbouleh mint. Tea, cocktails, lamb, fruit salads. Spreads…
Frequently asked questions
- Will Chocolate mint grow in zone 6a?
Yes. Chocolate is recommended for USDA zones 4a through 7b, which includes zone 6a.
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