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Pycnanthemum verticillatum var. pilosum

Hairy Mountain Mint

• »  Spreads via rhizomes and is a great groundcover
• »  Aromatic foliage smells of mint
• »  Attracts butterflies, bees and other pollinators
• »  Small birds enjoy the seeds

• Category:Perennial
• Breeder:American Beauties Native Plants
• Hardiness Zone:4-8
• Height:1-3 ft
• Spread:1-3 ft
• Bloom Color: Purple Shades, White Shades

Hairy Mountain Mint is one of the best perennials for helping polliators. Aromatic foliage smells of mint and the flowers are small white to pale lavender with purple spots. Each flower is so full of nectar they are sure to be busy with numerous butterflies and pollinators.