Pycnanthemum muticum
short-toothed mountain mint
Flower Colors
Description
An aromatic, herbaceous perennial to about 90cm with bright green, velvety leaves arranged in pairs. The very pale pink flowers with silvery bracts cluster in flattened whorls at the top of the stem in late summer
Mature Height
1m
Mature Spread
1m
Plant Characteristics
Foliage
Deciduous
Growth Habit
Bushy
Growth Speed
Moderate · 0.3 m/yr
Soil Texture
ChalkClayLoamSand
Soil pH
AcidAlkalineNeutral
Soil Moisture
Moist but well-drainedWell-drained
Hardiness (RHS)
H9
Hardiness (USDA)
Zones 4-8
Fragrance
Foliage
Flowering Season
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Key Features
FragrantDrought resistantGenerally pest-freeCottage and informal gardenCity and courtyard gardensWildlife gardensLow MaintenanceFlower borders and beds