Pycnanthemum tenuifolium (Native)

Common Name
Narrow-leaf mountain-mint
Slender mountain-mint
Plant Form
Herbs
Duration
Perennial
Max Height (ft)
4.0
Width (ft)
2.0 - 3.0
Growth Rate
Fast
Region
Coastal
Piedmont
Mountain
Hardiness Zone
5, 6, 7, 8
Commercially available
Yes
Rabbit resistant
Yes

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Additional Info

Habitat: Moist old fields, sandy stream banks, floodplains. Frequent to common throughout.

Wildlife value: Supports Wavy-lined Emerald larvae. Attracts bees, butterflies and other pollinators including Monarchs and native sweat bees. Plant NOVA Natives lists this species as particularly popular with the non-native honeybees

Notes: All parts of the plant have a minty aroma when crushed. The dried leaves and flowers are used for making teas and flavorings. Can spread aggressively

Edibility: The dried leaves and flowers are used for making teas and flavorings.

Flower Color
Cream/White
Pink
Flower Prominence
Conspicuous
Fragrant
Yes
Bloom Time
Early Summer
Late Summer
Bloom Month
June
July
August
September
Light Requirements
Full sun
Partial sun
Moisture Requirements
Wet
Moist
Dry
Soil Texture
Clay
High organic matter
Loamy
Sandy
Shallow rocky
Low Maintenance
Yes
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