Mountain Mint, Hoary
Pycnanthemum incanum
Description: Hoary Mountain Mint is a striking perennial herb known for its silvery, soft-textured leaves and dense clusters of small, white flowers with purple speckles. Blooming from mid-to-late summer, this highly aromatic plant thrives in meadows, borders, and pollinator gardens. Its refreshing minty scent and ability to support beneficial insects make it a standout choice for naturalized and eco-friendly landscapes.
Wildlife Benefits: Hoary Mountain Mint is a pollinator powerhouse, attracting bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects with its nectar-rich flowers. Its foliage also provides shelter for small wildlife, contributing to a thriving garden ecosystem.
Medicinal Benefits: Traditionally used in herbal medicine, Hoary Mountain Mint has been valued for its antimicrobial properties and ability to support digestion, respiratory health, and relaxation. Its leaves can be brewed into teas or infused into herbal preparations for wellness support.
Native Status: Native to the eastern United States, including Georgia, Hoary Mountain Mint thrives in local ecosystems and plays a vital role in supporting native pollinators.
Pollinator Friendliness: This plant is one of the best late-season nectar sources, ensuring a steady food supply for bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects.
Planting Guidelines:
Height: 2–4 feet
Spacing: 18–24 inches
Sun/Shade: Prefers Full Sun to Partial Shade
How to Grow: Hoary Mountain Mint thrives in well-drained to slightly moist soil and is highly adaptable. It spreads gradually, making it ideal for naturalized plantings, meadows, and pollinator-friendly gardens. Prune back in late fall or early spring to maintain shape and encourage fresh growth.
Enhance your garden with the silvery beauty, pollinator support, and refreshing fragrance of Hoary Mountain Mint—a native herb that combines resilience and ecological value.
Available in 2.5 inch, 4.25 inch (quart) pot and gallon pots.
Pycnanthemum incanum
Description: Hoary Mountain Mint is a striking perennial herb known for its silvery, soft-textured leaves and dense clusters of small, white flowers with purple speckles. Blooming from mid-to-late summer, this highly aromatic plant thrives in meadows, borders, and pollinator gardens. Its refreshing minty scent and ability to support beneficial insects make it a standout choice for naturalized and eco-friendly landscapes.
Wildlife Benefits: Hoary Mountain Mint is a pollinator powerhouse, attracting bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects with its nectar-rich flowers. Its foliage also provides shelter for small wildlife, contributing to a thriving garden ecosystem.
Medicinal Benefits: Traditionally used in herbal medicine, Hoary Mountain Mint has been valued for its antimicrobial properties and ability to support digestion, respiratory health, and relaxation. Its leaves can be brewed into teas or infused into herbal preparations for wellness support.
Native Status: Native to the eastern United States, including Georgia, Hoary Mountain Mint thrives in local ecosystems and plays a vital role in supporting native pollinators.
Pollinator Friendliness: This plant is one of the best late-season nectar sources, ensuring a steady food supply for bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects.
Planting Guidelines:
Height: 2–4 feet
Spacing: 18–24 inches
Sun/Shade: Prefers Full Sun to Partial Shade
How to Grow: Hoary Mountain Mint thrives in well-drained to slightly moist soil and is highly adaptable. It spreads gradually, making it ideal for naturalized plantings, meadows, and pollinator-friendly gardens. Prune back in late fall or early spring to maintain shape and encourage fresh growth.
Enhance your garden with the silvery beauty, pollinator support, and refreshing fragrance of Hoary Mountain Mint—a native herb that combines resilience and ecological value.
Available in 2.5 inch, 4.25 inch (quart) pot and gallon pots.
Pycnanthemum incanum
Description: Hoary Mountain Mint is a striking perennial herb known for its silvery, soft-textured leaves and dense clusters of small, white flowers with purple speckles. Blooming from mid-to-late summer, this highly aromatic plant thrives in meadows, borders, and pollinator gardens. Its refreshing minty scent and ability to support beneficial insects make it a standout choice for naturalized and eco-friendly landscapes.
Wildlife Benefits: Hoary Mountain Mint is a pollinator powerhouse, attracting bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects with its nectar-rich flowers. Its foliage also provides shelter for small wildlife, contributing to a thriving garden ecosystem.
Medicinal Benefits: Traditionally used in herbal medicine, Hoary Mountain Mint has been valued for its antimicrobial properties and ability to support digestion, respiratory health, and relaxation. Its leaves can be brewed into teas or infused into herbal preparations for wellness support.
Native Status: Native to the eastern United States, including Georgia, Hoary Mountain Mint thrives in local ecosystems and plays a vital role in supporting native pollinators.
Pollinator Friendliness: This plant is one of the best late-season nectar sources, ensuring a steady food supply for bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects.
Planting Guidelines:
Height: 2–4 feet
Spacing: 18–24 inches
Sun/Shade: Prefers Full Sun to Partial Shade
How to Grow: Hoary Mountain Mint thrives in well-drained to slightly moist soil and is highly adaptable. It spreads gradually, making it ideal for naturalized plantings, meadows, and pollinator-friendly gardens. Prune back in late fall or early spring to maintain shape and encourage fresh growth.
Enhance your garden with the silvery beauty, pollinator support, and refreshing fragrance of Hoary Mountain Mint—a native herb that combines resilience and ecological value.
Available in 2.5 inch, 4.25 inch (quart) pot and gallon pots.