Hairy Mountain Mint Overview
Hairy Mountain Mint (Pycnanthemum Pilosum) is a unique herb that offers both beauty and functionality in your garden. Known for its white flowers adorned with purple spots, this plant attracts bees and butterflies, making it a delightful addition to any landscape.
Planting Information
These seeds can be planted outdoors after the last frost or started indoors weeks before. Expect the plants to grow between 24 to 36 inches tall, with spacing of 18 to 24 inches between each. Hairy Mountain Mint thrives in USDA Hardiness Zones 5 to 10 and prefers average to wet soil conditions.
Care Instructions
To maximize growth, ensure your Hairy Mountain Mint receives adequate sunlight, ideally in full sun to partial shade. The late summer bloom time makes it a perfect choice for extending your garden’s beauty into the fall.
Benefits
This fragrant herb can be enjoyed fresh or dried, making it perfect for flavoring teas and culinary dishes. Its less spreading habit compared to other mints allows for easier management in your garden.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the ideal planting depth for Hairy Mountain Mint seeds?
- Can I grow these seeds indoors year-round?
- How much sunlight does Hairy Mountain Mint need?
- Is Hairy Mountain Mint drought-resistant?
- When can I expect my Hairy Mountain Mint to bloom?
Kai –
Shipped quickly and appears to be good quality. This is our second year ordering from the shop, so we can’t wait to start these for the garden!
Debbie Raleigh –
Wonderful seeds, fast shipping, looking forward to a nice harvest with these
Susan –
The seeds arrived really quickly.
Janene –
Very healthy seeds, ready to plant:)