When to Plant Mint in Payson, UT

Mint is a vigorous perennial herb with refreshing, aromatic leaves used in teas, cocktails, and cooking. It spreads aggressively by underground runners.

Payson, Utah is in USDA Zone 7a. The average last spring frost is May 5 and the first fall frost is October 11, giving you a growing season of approximately 159 days.

At an elevation of 5,535 feet, Utah County receives approximately 22.1 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly loam soil. Summer highs average 86°F, providing good warmth for Mint during the growing season.

Payson, UT (Zone 7a) Moderate season

159 days

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Last Spring Frost May 5

➔ 159 growing days ➔

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First Fall Frost October 11

Payson Soil Profile

Soil Type

Loam

Soil pH

6.0-7.0

Drainage

Well Drained

Zone Compatibility for Mint Zones 3a – 10b

1a 1b 2a 2b 3a 3b 4a 4b 5a 5b 6a 6b 7a You 7b 8a 8b 9a 9b 10a 10b 11a 11b 12a 12b 13a 13b

Ideal (data available) Suitable Marginal Not recommended

Mint Planting Timeline — Payson, UT

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Last Frost

First Frost

Transplant

May 12 – May 26

Harvest

Jul 14 – Sep 22

Growing season Start indoors Transplant Direct sow Harvest

Mint Planting Calendar

Activity	When	Date Range
Transplant Outdoors	May 12	May 12 – May 26
Harvest	July 14	Jul 14 – Sep 22

Plant 0.5" deep · 8" apart · Rows 12" apart

Month-by-Month Timeline

Month	Activities
January	—
February	—
March	—
April	—
May	Transplant Outdoors
June	—
July	Harvest
August	Harvest
September	Harvest
October	—
November	—
December	—

Growing Conditions

☀️ Sun

Partial Shade (3-6 hours)

💧 Water

High — keep soil consistently moist

📅 Days to Maturity

60–90 days

🧪 Soil pH

Needs 6–7 · Your soil: N/A

🗺️ USDA Zone

Zone 7a

📆 Growing Season

159 days in Utah County

Growing Tips for Payson

Always grow mint in containers or with underground barriers to control spreading. Harvest regularly to keep plants compact. Cut plants back in late summer for a fresh fall flush.

Companion Planting

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