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Peppermint mint

herb variety in zone 3b

Peppermint mint in zone 3b

Peppermint · Mentha species

Zone
3b -35°F to -30°F
Growing season
100 days
Days to harvest
60 to 90

The verdict

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About Peppermint

Sharp, cool, intense menthol; tea and confection mint. Tea, ice cream, chocolate combinations. Even more aggressive spreader than spearmint, container only.

Critical timing for zone 3b

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Common challenges in zone 3b

  • Short season
  • Winter desiccation
  • Site selection critical for fruit trees

Modified care for zone 3b

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Peppermint in adjacent zones

Other mint varieties for zone 3b

Frequently asked questions

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Will Peppermint mint grow in zone 3b?

Yes. Peppermint is recommended for USDA zones 3b through 7b, which includes zone 3b.

Image: "Mentha piperita (1)", by Vsolymossy, via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC-BY Source.

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