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Virginia Mountain Mint
Pycnanthemum virginianum (Virginia Mountain Mint)
Category: PerennialLight: Part Sun/Part Shade
Virginia Mountain Mint is a perennial herb known for its aromatic foliage and clusters of small white flowers. It attracts pollinators and thrives in a variety of soil types.
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Virginia Mountain Mint
Pycnanthemum virginianum (Virginia Mountain Mint)
Category: Perennial • Herb
Virginia Mountain Mint is a pollinator-friendly plant with aromatic foliage, ideal for gardens and naturalized areas.
Mature Height: 2-3 feet
Mature Width: 1-2 feet
Bloom Color: White
Bloom Time: Summer
Light: Part Sun/Part Shade
Zone: Zones 3-8
Maintenance: Low
Growth Rate: Moderate
Season of Interest: Summer
Foliage: Deciduous
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