Mountain Mint
Pycnanthemum Muticum
Overview
Mountain Mint (Pycnanthemum muticum) is a robust, perennial herb, standing up to 3 feet tall with a similar spread. Its aromatic, silver-green foliage and tight clusters of tiny, lavender flowers excel at attracting pollinators. This hardy plant thrives in USDA zones 4-8, preferring full sun to part shade and well-drained soils. Ideal for naturalistic plantings and pollinator gardens, it is deer-resistant and requires minimal maintenance once established.
Culture
- Sun
- Deep Shade, Half, Shade
- Water
- Medium
- USDA zones
- 4–10
Shape & size
Classification
- Type
- Ground cover, Perennial
- Family
- Lamiaceae
- Climate
- Temperate
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