Mountain Mint

Name: Mountain Mint

Botanical Name: Pycnanthemum pilosum

Zone: 4-8

Soil: Average, well drained

Exposure: Full Sun, light shade

Bloom Time and Color: White to Lavender blooms in mid summer

Description: Mountain mints are a group of plants in the Mint family. Leaves have strong minty fragrance. Can be used for cooking and tea. Flowers are white to shades of lavender. Mountain Mint is a great choice for those looking to attract pollinators such as bees, butterflies and beetles. The light green foliage is very pleasing making it a nice addition to your garden even when it is not flowering. Deer proof. Native Plant.

Care: Doesn't need much care. Easy to grow, very hardy.