Mountain Mint
(Pycnanthemum pilosum)
Mint flavor and aroma in abundance.
White flowers attract bees, butterflies and other beneficial insects. Needs staking in windy locations. Used in potpourri, incense and as an ingredient in natural insect repellent formulas. Medicinal: In teas for indigestion, fevers and to regulate the menstrual cycle. Hardiness zones: 5-8.
Plant Cycle: (P)
2919(J)