Can You Grow Mint in Montana?
US · USDA Zone 4b · zones 3a, 3b, 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b
Mint grows easily here — contain it in pots or it will take over your garden.
Plant zones
Montana last frost
Montana 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 Montana
Montana has a semi-arid continental climate with cold winters and warm summers. Most of the state is Zone 4-5; protected valleys are Zone 5-6. Short but intense growing seasons.
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Mint in Montana?
Mint grows easily here — contain it in pots or it will take over your garden.
What zone is Montana?
Montana spans USDA Zone 4b (3a, 3b, 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b).
When do you plant Mints in Montana?
See the planting guide for Mint — timing depends on your exact frost date.