Pycnanthemum tenuifolium (narrowleaf mountain mint)

Narrowleaf mountainmint grows to 2–3' tall and wide, producing small, white blooms in July, August, and September. It grows well in full sun to part shade, in areas with dry to medium soil moisture. When planted in groups, the silvery bracts give the entire planting the appearance of being dusted by a white powdery snow. It tolerates drought and clay and rocky soils. It can be a vigorous grower, so plant it accordingly.

Narrowleaf mountainmint is native to central and eastern North America. Native habitats include dry, open, rocky woods, dry prairies and fields, roadsides, pine barrens, streams, and open wet thickets. Attracts native bees, bumblebees, honeybees, and butterflies.

BONAP Native Range Map (bright green indicates county native, dark green indicates state native)  

Photo by Kathy Thornton

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