Can You Grow Mint in Ohio?
US · USDA Zone 5b · zones 5a, 5b, 6a
Mint grows easily here — contain it in pots or it will take over your garden.
Plant zones
Ohio last frost
Ohio 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 Ohio
Ohio has a humid continental climate. Northern Ohio near Lake Erie is Zone 6a; inland areas are Zone 5b. Four seasons with a productive 6-month growing window.
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Mint in Ohio?
Mint grows easily here — contain it in pots or it will take over your garden.
What zone is Ohio?
Ohio spans USDA Zone 5b (5a, 5b, 6a).
When do you plant Mints in Ohio?
See the planting guide for Mint — timing depends on your exact frost date.