Narrowleaf Mountain Mint (Pycnanthemum tenuifolium)-Hort Answers - University of Illinois Extension
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Wildflowers

Narrowleaf Mountain Mint
Pycnanthemum tenuifolium

Narrowleaf Mountain Mint
Narrowleaf Mountain Mint
 
Features

Clusters of small white flowers, spotted with purple. Foliage is fragrant when crushed.

 
 
Culture

Full sun; moist, well drained soils.

 
 
Mature Height
1-3 Feet
 
Native To:
Illinois
Indiana
Iowa
Michigan
Missouri
Ohio
Wisconsin
 
USDA Hardiness Zone
5 - 8 
 
Bloom Color
White
 
 
Bloom Season
July - September
 
Soil Conditions
Moist, Well-Drained
 
 
Exposure/Light Requirements
Full Sun
 
 
Pests and Problems

Environmental Damage


Additional pests and problems that may affect this plant:

No serious insect or disease problems.

 
Additional Notes

Found in dry prairies and open woods, as well as along streams.