Chocolate · Peppermint
Planting Schedule
Add Chocolate to your garden to build a schedule and get reminders.
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Start Indoors | Feb 23rd |
| Last Frost | Mar 23rd |
| Transplant / Direct Sow Outdoors | Mar 23rd |
| Harvest Begins | May 22nd |
| Harvest Ends | Nov 12th |
Crop Details
Transplant Conditions:
Wait until soil reaches 40°F
and nights stay above 35°F
before moving outdoors.
Harden off for 7 days first.
| Trait | Value |
|---|---|
| Days to Maturity | 60 |
| Sun Requirements | Full Sun |
| Growth Habit | Upright |
| Support Needed | None |
| Planting Depth | Normal |
| Germination Temp (°F) | 70 |
| Min Soil Temp (°F) | 40 |
| Min Night Temp (°F) | 35 |
| Harden Off (days) | 7 |
Expert Note: Grow chocolate peppermint in contained beds/pots (it spreads fast via runners) and harvest often to keep it compact and flavorful.