Mint

Mentha x piperita

Early Octoberherb

Aromatic perennial herb with spreading habit. Used in teas, cooking, and aromatherapy.

In Zone 9b, right now

Not yet — plant around early october

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Edible?

Yes — herb — leaves & stems

Small space?

Yes, in a pot

Sun

Part shade (2–4 hrs)

Comes back yearly?

Yes — perennial

Ways to plant it

Spring planting

Plant Closed

Early February – Late March

Put it in the ground (or a pot) outdoors.

Fall planting

Plant Early October

Early October – Mid November

Put it in the ground (or a pot) outdoors.

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