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Can You Grow Mint in Saskatchewan?

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

Grows well here

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

Plant zones

3a–9b

Saskatchewan last frost

mid-May

Saskatchewan first frost

late September

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 Saskatchewan

Saskatchewan has a cold dry continental climate. Regina and Saskatoon are Zone 3b-4a. Cold winters are offset by long summer days and intense sunshine. Focus on cold-hardy crops and short-season varieties.

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Frequently asked questions

Can you grow Mint in Saskatchewan?

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

What zone is Saskatchewan?

Saskatchewan spans Canadian Zone 3 (2, 3, 4).

When do you plant Mints in Saskatchewan?

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