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Pycnanthemum virginianum 'American Mountain Mint'
American Mountain Mint
- Dense clusters of white flowers bloom in summer
- Narrow, aromatic green leaves
- Host plant for Hermit Sphinx and Tobacco Budworm Moths
- Great for native gardens and meadow plantings
Border or Bed
Fragrant
Garden
Low Maintenance
Native
Deer Resistant
Rabbit Resistant
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips:
Prefers fertile, average to moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. Generally drought tolerant once established but confirm your variety is drought tolerant prior to planting it accordingly. It is a vigorous grower and spreads by rhizomes in good conditions. Plants can be divided in spring.
Height: 24-36 in
Spread: 12-18 in
Bloom Color: White
Zone: 3-7
Additional Characteristics & Attributes:
Attributes:
- Low Maintenance
- Naturalizing
- Border or Bed
- Fragrant
- Garden
- Summer Bloomer
- Native
Critter Resistance:
- Rabbit Resistant
- Deer Resistant
Exposure:
- Full Sun
Habit:
- Upright
Season of Interest (Flowering):
- Summer
Attracts Wildlife:
- Attracts Pollinators
- Attracts Butterflies
Soil Moisture:
- Average Water
- Moist, Well-Drained
Genus Overview: Pycnanthemum
Common Name: Mountain Mint
Clump-forming perennial with ovate to lanceolate, green leaves, aromatic when crushed. Clusters of pink or white flowers bloom in mid to late summer, some times with silvery, leaf-like bracts at the base depending on variety. Great planted in groups, naturalized areas, cottage gardens and meadows.