Can You Grow Mint in Wyoming?
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
Wyoming last frost
Wyoming 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 Wyoming
Wyoming has a semi-arid mountain climate with cold winters and short summers. Most of the state is Zone 4-5; protected low-elevation areas may reach Zone 5b-6a. Focus on hardy crops.
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Mint in Wyoming?
Mint grows easily here — contain it in pots or it will take over your garden.
What zone is Wyoming?
Wyoming spans USDA Zone 4b (3a, 3b, 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b).
When do you plant Mints in Wyoming?
See the planting guide for Mint — timing depends on your exact frost date.