Mint
Mentha
Varieties We Bring In
Last received Jul 19, 2026.
We bring this in seasonally, so what is on the lot changes week to week. A received date shows when it last came in, not that it is here today.
Call (904) 471-0440 to confirm this plant and size before you make the trip.
About Mint
Mint (Mentha spp.) encompasses dozens of aromatic perennial herbs including spearmint, peppermint, and apple mint, all thriving year-round in NE Florida's warm climate. Extremely easy to grow, it spreads vigorously by underground runners — plant in containers to keep it from overrunning garden beds. Leaves and flowers are used fresh or dried in teas, cocktails, and cooking. Starting at $2.50.
Plant details
- Bloom Season
- Summer
- Flower Color
- White, Purple
- Growth Rate
- Fast
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Soil
- Loam, Well-drained, Moist
Best planting months
Seasonal care
New foliage emerges. Good planting window.
Bloom season. Higher water demand in summer heat.
Foliage may begin to change or drop.
Dormant — drops foliage.
Care essentials
Mint grows vigorously in full sun to part shade in NE Florida. In the intense summer heat, afternoon shade helps prevent wilting and leaf scorch; morning sun with afternoon shade is the sweet spot for best flavor and yield.
Keep soil consistently moist — mint dislikes drying out. Water regularly, especially in Florida's dry winter months and during summer heat. Container growing (highly recommended) makes moisture management easier and prevents invasive spreading.
Grow mint in rich, moist, well-drained soil with generous organic matter. In NE Florida's sandy soil, amend with compost and mulch heavily. Feed lightly with a balanced fertilizer monthly during the growing season; avoid heavy nitrogen which encourages runners over leaf flavor.
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Common questions
Is Mint a good plant for St. Augustine?
Mint is a herb for Zone 9b coastal Florida gardens, with medium salt tolerance, reaching 12-24 inches × 12-24 inches.
Care information verified from
Last reviewed February 2026. Our care guidance comes from trusted horticulture sources and decades of helping St. Augustine gardeners. Conditions here can vary dramatically from one area to the next, so come ask us and we'll tailor it to your yard.