Crop guide / Herb

How to grow
Mint.

A vigorous herb best kept in its own container.

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Seasonflexible
Sun3–6 hours
Plant spacing12 in
Container depth8 in

Start here

Plant one small start in a pot with drainage.

Keep it going

Harvest often and do not plant it loose in a shared bed.

Layout notes

Plan for the whole plant.

Leave about 18 inches between rows. The listed spacing is a starter distance for common varieties, so check seed packets or plant labels if your cultivar says otherwise.

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Practical nearby crops

Good starter neighbors for mint.

Leafy greenKaleA sturdy leafy crop for cool shoulders of the season.Fruit vegetableTomatoesA warm-season staple that needs sun, support, and patience around frost.

This page is a maintained starter guide, not a diagnosis or local planting-date guarantee. Check your local Extension service and plant label before making seasonal or treatment decisions.

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