Pycnanthemum tenuifolium (narrowleaf mountain mint)

General info: Pycnanthemum tenuifolium commonly called narrowleaf mountain mint is a North American native perennial. Pycnanthemum tenuifolium thrives in medium to dry soils in full sun to partial shade. This perennial is found in wild, open, rocky woods, and along roadsides. Pycnanthemum tenuifolium can get up to three feet tall. It’s called narrowleaf mountain mint because of its extremely narrow leaves. Unlike its name though it does not grow well in the mountains. Be cautious this perennial can be an aggressive spreader.

Landscape uses: Pycnanthemum tenuifolium has a strong mint aroma and produces beautiful white blooms. This perennial has been used to make teas and would be an interesting choice for an herb garden. You can use this perennial to naturalize different areas. This perennial has also been used to help with erosion control as it can grow in very rocky dry soils.