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Can You Grow Mint in Newfoundland and Labrador?

Canada · Canadian Zone 4 · zones 1, 2, 3, 4, 5

Grows well here

Mint grows easily here — contain it in pots or it will take over your garden.

Plant zones

3a–9b

Newfoundland and Labrador last frost

early May

Newfoundland and Labrador first frost

early October

Days to harvest

Perennial

About Mint

Mint is extremely vigorous — grow in containers to prevent it from taking over your garden.

Plant in a container always — mint will spread aggressively otherwise. Harvest regularly to encourage bushy growth. Cut to the ground occasionally to rejuvenate. Easy to overwinter indoors.

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Gardening in Newfoundland and Labrador

Newfoundland has a subarctic to cool maritime climate. The island is Zone 4b-5b near the coast; Labrador is Zone 1-3. Short growing seasons but excellent for cold-hardy crops, root vegetables, and berries.

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Frequently asked questions

Can you grow Mint in Newfoundland and Labrador?

Mint grows easily here — contain it in pots or it will take over your garden.

What zone is Newfoundland and Labrador?

Newfoundland and Labrador spans Canadian Zone 4 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5).

When do you plant Mints in Newfoundland and Labrador?

See the planting guide for Mint — timing depends on your exact frost date.