Mountain Mint (Pycnanthemum sp.) is a perennial wildflower
that blooms in mid-summer and grows to about 3 feet high. It is native to the
Eastern United States and is hardy to zones 4-8. It is a pollinator magnet in
the garden.
The leaves of this plant smell like spearmint when lightly
crushed. The tiny flowers are held above silvery bracts that make the plant
look like it has been frosted or flocked.
It is adaptable to various growing situations from full sun
to full shade. It thrives in both dry and moist conditions and performs well in
loamy, sandy, or clay soils. Mountain Mint is a good choice for meadows and
along woodland edges.
As with most members of the mint family, Mountain Mint is
deer- and rabbit-resistant
Mountain Mint can spread aggressively via underground
rhizomes, so give it room to grow and place it next to other native plants that
can keep it in check, such as Monarda and Rudbeckia.
Mountain Mint - You Can Grow That!
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