herb variety in zone 7b
Peppermint mint in zone 7b
Peppermint · Mentha species
- Zone
- 7b 5°F to 10°F
- Growing season
- 220 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 7b
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Common challenges in zone 7b
- ▸ Cedar-apple rust pressure heavy in piedmont
- ▸ Japanese beetles
- ▸ Brown marmorated stink bug
- ▸ Late summer disease pressure
Modified care for zone 7b
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Peppermint in adjacent zones
Other mint varieties for zone 7b
- Chocolate
Mint with cocoa-chocolate undertones; novelty culinary mint. Desserts, cocktails, hot chocolate. Still aggress…
- Mojito
Sweet, less menthol than spearmint, citrus undertones; the Cuban mint. Mojitos, fresh summer cocktails, fruit.…
- Spearmint
Bright, sweet, classic mint flavor; the Mojito and tabbouleh mint. Tea, cocktails, lamb, fruit salads. Spreads…
Frequently asked questions
- Will Peppermint mint grow in zone 7b?
Yes. Peppermint is recommended for USDA zones 3b through 7b, which includes zone 7b.
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