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Mountain Mint (Pycnanthemum sp.)
Open field native will establish a colony, and won't take over. The hybrid we grow stands up a little bit more to competing native grasses. Over several years of observation, it doesn't take over. We initially grew two varieties one narrow leaved and one wider leaved. The wider leaved is subject to powdery mildew in humid conditions and prefers richer soils. The narrow leaved is better suited for dryer conditions. The hybrid is powdery mildew resistant and its leaves are midway between narrow and wide. Prefers sun.
Summary
Classification: herbaceous perennial
Characteristics: delicate and not invasive (as in cultivated mints)
Habitat: open clearings in field or meadow
Wildlife Benefit: attracts bees, butterflies, pollinators
Bloom Period: early summer, white flowers
Height: 2-3 ft
Tolerances: sun to dappled, deer resistant, dry soils
Characteristics: delicate and not invasive (as in cultivated mints)
Habitat: open clearings in field or meadow
Wildlife Benefit: attracts bees, butterflies, pollinators
Bloom Period: early summer, white flowers
Height: 2-3 ft
Tolerances: sun to dappled, deer resistant, dry soils
