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Spearmint mint

herb variety in zone 8a

Spearmint mint in zone 8a

Spearmint · Mentha species

Zone
8a 10°F to 15°F
Growing season
240 days
Days to harvest
60 to 90

The verdict

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About Spearmint

Bright, sweet, classic mint flavor; the Mojito and tabbouleh mint. Tea, cocktails, lamb, fruit salads. Spreads aggressively by runners, plant in containers or barriers.

Critical timing for zone 8a

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Common challenges in zone 8a

  • ▸ Insufficient chill hours for some apple varieties
  • ▸ Pierce's disease in grapes
  • ▸ Heat stress on cool-season crops

Modified care for zone 8a

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Spearmint in adjacent zones

Other mint varieties for zone 8a

Frequently asked questions

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Will Spearmint mint grow in zone 8a?

Yes. Spearmint is recommended for USDA zones 3b through 8a, which includes zone 8a.

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

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