100 Seeds Mountain Mint Pycnanthemum virginianum Native Perennial Pollinator Garden Herb

Mountain Mint (Pycnanthemum virginianum) is a native North American perennial that forms sturdy, upright clumps of narrow, fragrant green foliage topped in summer by abundant clusters of tiny white flowers. Its silvery-tinged blooms and clean, bushy habit make it an easy, long-lived addition to meadow plantings, borders, and wildlife-friendly landscapes, and the leaves carry a refreshing minty aroma when brushed or crushed.

This versatile perennial works well in mixed perennial beds and naturalized areas where its nectar-rich flower heads draw a wide range of pollinators through the warm months. The pleasantly mint-scented leaves can be used fresh in teas, cold drinks, and light culinary applications, while the upright stems add structure to cut-flower arrangements. Plants spread gradually by rhizomes to fill in an area without becoming difficult to manage.
Species: Pycnanthemum virginianum
Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant_Habit: Upright clumping, spreads slowly by rhizomes
Sun: Full sun to part shade
Soil: Average to moist, well-drained
Zones: 3 to 9
Germination: Cold stratification improves results; surface sow and keep moist
Sowing: Start indoors 6 to 8 weeks before last frost or direct sow in fall
Spacing: 12 to 18 inches apart
Notes: Not applicable