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More InfoOrigin: US Native Other Common Names: Virginia Mountainmint, Wild Basil, Prairie Hyssop Duration: Perennial Bloom Time: Late Summer Height: 24” to 36” Spacing: 18” to 24” Light: Full Sun to Part Shade Soil Moisture: Wet to Medium USDA Zone: 5a-10b Germination: No pre-treatment needed. Sow seeds on soil surface at 70F and water. Seeds Per Oz: 276000 Mountain Mint is a somewhat misleading name as this wildflower is most commonly found in moist prairies, meadows, and swamps. Clusters of small, white, 2-lipped flowers grace the strongly minty scented foliage, and tend to attract a large number of nectar seeking insects and butterflies. Though the strong scent of this plant is repugnant to most herbivores, the leaves have been often used by wild gardeners for various teas. Click Map to Zoom In  Note: Many wildflowers can grow in areas outside of their natural range.
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