{"product_id":"mountain-mint-pycnanthemum-virginianum","title":"Mountain Mint (Pycnanthemum virginianum)","description":"\u003cp\u003eMountain Mint (Pycnanthemum virginianum), also known as Virginia Mountain Mint, is a classic prairie staple that combines rugged durability with exceptional ecological benefits. This sturdy perennial reaches heights of 2 to 3 feet and is characterized by its square stems and narrow, opposite leaves that emit a sharp, pleasant mint aroma. From July into September, it produces dense, flat-topped clusters of small white flowers that are often intricately spotted with purple. Its native range spans across much of the eastern and central United States, where it inhabits wet-to-dry prairies, moist meadows, and fens. It is widely considered one of the best plants for attracting pollinators, serving as a critical nectar source for many species of bees, butterflies, and even beneficial predatory insects. Highly adaptable, it thrives in full sun to partial shade and can handle a variety of moisture levels from wet to medium-dry. It is deer-resistant and easy to establish from seed, making it an ideal candidate for large-scale restorations or smaller backyard habitats looking to boost their biodiversity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eQuick facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2–3 ft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSun:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full to Partial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil moisture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wet to Medium-Dry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBloom time:\u003c\/strong\u003e Jun–Sep (White)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLife cycle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Perennial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNotes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aromatic, Rhizomatous\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNative range:\u003c\/strong\u003e Native to 33 states, including Iowa, Minnesota, Wisconsin, Illinois, Missouri, Nebraska\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/database.hokseynativeseeds.com\/species\/pycnanthemum-virginianum\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSee the full growing guide and county range map for Mountain Mint\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hoksey Native Seeds","offers":[{"title":"1 oz","offer_id":50926646624453,"sku":null,"price":28.09,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0752\/6567\/1365\/files\/1daGiZ_0KCqxocUJ-SCyY7m6ZUBRMoG7j.jpg?v=1793123964","url":"https:\/\/hokseynativeseeds.com\/products\/mountain-mint-pycnanthemum-virginianum","provider":"Hoksey Native Seeds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}