Spearmint · Spearmint
Planting Schedule
Add Spearmint to your garden to build a schedule and get reminders.
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Start Indoors | Apr 17th |
| Last Frost | May 8th |
| Transplant / Direct Sow Outdoors | Jun 19th |
| Harvest Begins | Aug 18th |
| Harvest Ends | Sep 30th |
Crop Details
Transplant Conditions:
Wait until soil reaches 50°F
and nights stay above 35°F
before moving outdoors.
Harden off for 7 days first.
| Trait | Value |
|---|---|
| Days to Maturity | 60 |
| Sun Requirements | Part Sun |
| Growth Habit | Upright |
| Support Needed | None |
| Planting Depth | Normal |
| Germination Temp (°F) | 70 |
| Min Soil Temp (°F) | 50 |
| Min Night Temp (°F) | 35 |
| Harden Off (days) | 7 |
Expert Note: Grow spearmint in a contained bed/pot (it’s vigorous) and harvest often to keep stems tender and flavorful.