Pycnanthemum muticum Clustered Mountain Mint
About Our Plants
Rare Roots ships live, growing plants in one-quart pots all over the continental US. The rare exception is our slightly smaller 3.5" inch pot, which will be labeled on a few product pages.
The plants are not guaranteed to be blooming when they arrive, and the foliage may need to be trimmed before shipping to fit them in the box safely.
Our Guarantee:
Our plants are guaranteed to arrive safely in a suitable condition for planting. If they are damaged or if you have concerns, please inform us right away by emailing info@rareroots.com. Even if you are planning to wait and see if it recovers, we need to document the damage on your order.
We are not able to offer warranties or extended guarantees on plants due to the sheer number of variables that can affect their growth and survival.
About Perennials:
Our plants are grown on our 30-acre outdoor nursery in Virginia (available by mail-order only). They are all considered "perennial" if planted within their preferred zone range.
Perennials planted in the coldest zone listed are considered "tender perennials", and may not overwinter in a severe winter. For example: if a plant is rated for zones 7-10, it would be a tender perennial in zone 7. It's best to plant these in spring or early summer, and preferably in a protected area (such as the South side of building).
You can find your growing zone here: [USDA website]
Description
Pycnanthemum muticum is a 2’-3’ tall, upright plant with silvery green, oval leaves that have sharp tips. Its bloom clusters consist of tiny white to lavender flowers that have a silvery cast. The individual blooms open gradually over a period of six to eight weeks in late summer to early fall. Also called Clustered Mountain Mint, Pycnanthemum muticum has a compact habit that distinguishes this member of the Mountain Mint family.
Its fragrant leaves are sometimes rubbed on the skin to repel mosquitoes. It is a relatively quick spreader with shallow rhizomes that may travel across the soil surface as well as below. It may need to be planted in a large container to control its spread. Clustered Mountain Mint is not as aggressive as Virginia Mountain Mint
Very attractive to pollinators, a 2013 study at Penn State Extension Service showed that it was the most popular pollinator species tested, being visited by at least 78 insects in a few minutes time.
Pycnanthemum muticum has a native range from Texas to Michigan, east to Maine and south to Georgia. It is naturally found in bogs, savannas, and other low areas, as well as mountain ridges and balds.
Clustered Mountain Mint prefers a sunny, wet to moist, well-drained site, but will tolerate part shade, clay soil, heat and drought. It is easy to grow. A Rare Roots' perennial favorite!
Characteristics
- Common Names: Clustered Mountain Mint
- Zones: 4-8
- Light Requirements: Full Sun to Light Shade
- Soil Preference: Prefers moist soil, but tolerates dry
- Height at Maturity: 24-36
- Width at Maturity: 24-36
- Bloom Color: White/Cream
- Bloom Time: Late summer to early fall
Special Features
- Attracts: Butterflies. Pollinators.
- Tolerates: Drought.
- Other Features: Container Plant. Fragrant.
Care and Growing Tips
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Shipping Info
All orders placed now will ship in Spring 2024 unless requested otherwise.
- Zones 9&10: Starting March 25th
- Zone 8: Starting April 1st
- Zone 7: Starting April 8th
- Zone 6: Starting April 22nd
- Zone 5: Starting May 6th
- Zones 4-2: Starting May 13th
If you live in a warm climate and wish to receive your plants during the winter, please send us an email. Please note that we may be unable to fulfill your request if temperatures are too cold for safe transit or if the plants are dormant.
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All ship times are subject to change if extreme weather conditions are present here at the nursery or at the shipping destination.
Please note: Depending on the time of year, the foliage of the plants may be trimmed to fit into our shipping boxes. This could delay the flowering of the plant, but many perennials actually benefit from being cut back.
We are currently not able to ship to Puerto Rico, Hawaii, and outside of the US.