American / Virginia Mountain Mint | Pycnanthemum virginianum

🌿 Ships well rooted in a 3.5 x 5 inch deep pot. Well established root system and ready to plant! May arrive dormant and without leaves/foliage December - April.

A vigorous native perennial that’s beloved by pollinators and gardeners alike! Known for its clouds of delicate white blooms speckled with purple, American Mountain Mint is a magnet for bees, butterflies, moths, and beneficial insects. If you’re looking to support pollinators and biodiversity, this plant is one of the best choices you can make.

Beyond its ecological benefits, American Mountain Mint has a long history of herbal and culinary use. Its fragrant, minty leaves can be brewed into a refreshing tea or used as seasoning, while traditional herbalists valued it for supporting digestion and easing colds.

🌿 Botanical Info:
Latin Name: Pycnanthemum virginianum
Size at Maturity: 2–3 ft tall and 2-3 ft wide
USDA Zone: 3-8
Site & Soil: Prefers well-drained to average soil; thrives in full sun to part shade
Pests & Diseases: Naturally deer-resistant
Attracts: Native bees, honeybees, butterflies, moths, beneficial wasps