Mountain Mint, Common
Pycnanthemum virginianum - The genus name derives from the Greek for "dense" and "flower" and describes the crowded flower clusters. Mountain Mint has many species that are closely related and difficult to distinguish from one another. Common Mountain Mint is covered in small white flowers, often spotted with purple, atop strongly upright stems. Contrary to its name, this variety loves to grow in wet meadows. The leaves emit a strong aroma when crushed and can be used in teas.
Sun, Partial Sun
Height: 3 Feet Tall
Space 12 inches apart.
Available in 4.25 inch (quart) pots.
Pycnanthemum virginianum - The genus name derives from the Greek for "dense" and "flower" and describes the crowded flower clusters. Mountain Mint has many species that are closely related and difficult to distinguish from one another. Common Mountain Mint is covered in small white flowers, often spotted with purple, atop strongly upright stems. Contrary to its name, this variety loves to grow in wet meadows. The leaves emit a strong aroma when crushed and can be used in teas.
Sun, Partial Sun
Height: 3 Feet Tall
Space 12 inches apart.
Available in 4.25 inch (quart) pots.
Pycnanthemum virginianum - The genus name derives from the Greek for "dense" and "flower" and describes the crowded flower clusters. Mountain Mint has many species that are closely related and difficult to distinguish from one another. Common Mountain Mint is covered in small white flowers, often spotted with purple, atop strongly upright stems. Contrary to its name, this variety loves to grow in wet meadows. The leaves emit a strong aroma when crushed and can be used in teas.
Sun, Partial Sun
Height: 3 Feet Tall
Space 12 inches apart.
Available in 4.25 inch (quart) pots.