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Can You Grow Mint in Connecticut?
US · USDA Zone 6a · zones 5b, 6a, 6b
Mint grows easily here — contain it in pots or it will take over your garden.
Plant zones
Connecticut last frost
Connecticut first frost
Days to harvest
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.
Gardening in Connecticut
Connecticut has a humid continental climate with warm summers and cold winters. Four distinct seasons support a classic New England growing calendar.
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Mint in Connecticut?
Mint grows easily here — contain it in pots or it will take over your garden.
What zone is Connecticut?
Connecticut spans USDA Zone 6a (5b, 6a, 6b).
When do you plant Mints in Connecticut?
See the planting guide for Mint — timing depends on your exact frost date.