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Pycnanthemum flexuosum

Also Known As

  • Appalachian Mountain Mint

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 2'-4'
  • W: 12"-24"

planting zones

  • 4a-8b

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Pycnanthemum flexuosum plant details

Pycnanthemum flexuosum is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer white flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Pycnanthemum flexuosum

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 2 FT - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Pycnanthemum flexuosum

USDA Zones: 4a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

An interesting eastern North American native covered in white pincushions over a long period in summer. Appalachian mountain mint is an excellent nectar source for native butterflies and bees. Shorter than P. muticum, it also has aromatic foliage that takes on red tinges along the margins. This species spreads slowly by underground rhizomes but will not overrun the garden.

Gardening facts about Pycnanthemum flexuosum plant

How to Grow Pycnanthemum flexuosum

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Water Needs

    • regular

Features

  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • butterflies
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Texture

    • fuzzy
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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