Pycnanthemum virginianum [sold as Mountain Mint]
Mountain Mint

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 Flower Notes:
Profuse, somewhat flat-topped, terminal clusters of small, white, 2-lipped flowers.
 Foliage Notes:
Narrow, toothless, tapering leaves.
 Stem Notes:
Erect, wiry, and distinctly square-shaped.
 Fruit Notes:
A dry seed that splits into four tiny, oval nutlets.
 Ultimate Height:
2-3' feet
 Ultimate Spread:
1-1.5' feet
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  Special Characteristics:
  • Border 412
  • Naturalizing 132
  • Fragrant Leaves 10
  • Showy Flowers 99

    • Additional Information

    All parts of the plant emit a strong, mint-like aroma when crushed.

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