Slender Mountain Mint - AR River Valley Ecotype (Pycnanthemum tenuifolium)
"Slender Mountain Mint is a 2' to 3' tall native perennial. The common name is in reference to the narrow, almost needle-like leaves. This summer flowering plant has multiple dense clusters of small showy tubular two-lipped white flowers and has an extended flowering period. Slender Mountain Mint is adapted to a variety of conditions and will grow in dry to moist soils and full sun to partial shade. It is easily established and is a good garden plant that may form dense colonies. This plant's greatest value is as a pollinator conservation plant and is a must for pollinator plantings. Like other Mountain Mints, this species is used for herbal tea. This ecotype is made possible in partnership with Audubon Delta. Prices listed are based on pure live seed weight, not bulk weight. You are only paying for viable seed."
Species Details
Common Name (Botanical Name) | Slender Mountain Mint - AR River Valley Ecotype (Pycnanthemum tenuifolium) |
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Bloom Season | Summer |
Group | Wildflowers/Forbs |
Bloom Color | White |
Duration | Perennial |
Soil moisture | Dry (Xeric);Medium (Mesic);Wet (Hydric) |
Soil texture | Coarse (Sand);Medium (Silt/Loam) |
Sun Exposure | Full Sun;Part Shade |
Status | Native |
Wetland status | FAC;FACW |
pH | Acidic |
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Average height | 2-3ft |
USDA Zones | 4a;4b;5a;5b;6a;6b;7a;7b;8a;8b; |
RNS Region | 2 |
Planting rate/Acre | Not Recommended |
Seeds Per Lb. | 6000000 |
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Product Benefits | Aesthetic Value;Low Growing;Wildlife Cover;Wildlife Food;Wildlife Nesting;Nectar Source; |