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Can You Grow Mint in Virginia?
US · USDA Zone 7a · zones 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b
Mint grows easily here — contain it in pots or it will take over your garden.
Plant zones
Virginia last frost
Virginia 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 Virginia
Virginia ranges from Zone 5b in the mountains to Zone 7b on the coast. The Shenandoah Valley is Zone 6b-7a. Four seasons with a long productive growing window in most areas.
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Mint in Virginia?
Mint grows easily here — contain it in pots or it will take over your garden.
What zone is Virginia?
Virginia spans USDA Zone 7a (5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b).
When do you plant Mints in Virginia?
See the planting guide for Mint — timing depends on your exact frost date.