Narrowleaf Mountain Mint
Herbaceous perennial growing 60-90 cm tall. Features narrow, aromatic leaves and dense clusters of small white flowers with purple spots, blooming in mid to late summer. Prefers well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. Drought-tolerant once established. Highly attractive to bees, butterflies, and beneficial insects. Deer-resistant. Suitable for meadows, prairie gardens, and herb gardens. Native to eastern North America.
Plant Details
Bloom Colour: White
Bloom Time: Mid to Late-Summer
Sun Requirements: Sun to Part-Sun
Moisture: Dry to Moist-Drained
Phenology: Growth emerges late May. Leaves fully developed by June. White flower clusters appear July-September. Aromatic seeds mature October. Dies back completely after frost.
Wildlife Value: Superior nectar source for native bees, wasps, and butterflies; seeds eaten by small birds; aromatic foliage deer resistant
Habit Over Time: Forms loose colonies through short rhizomes, creating stands of fine-textured, aromatic foliage. Individual stems emerge separately rather than in dense clumps, allowing other plants to grow between them. While it spreads steadily, it's not overwhelmingly aggressive and can be easily edited where spread is not desired.
Height: Medium (1-3 feet)