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