Mountain Mint Seeds – 100 Heirloom Perennial Herb Seeds for Tea & Pollinators

Mountain Mint (Pycnanthemum species) is a hardy perennial herb native to North American prairies and open woodlands. It is prized for its aromatic, minty foliage and its exceptional value to pollinators. The plant forms upright, bushy clumps of narrow green leaves topped in summer by clusters of small white to pale lavender flowers. Mountain Mint is an excellent choice for herb gardens, pollinator plantings, rain gardens, and naturalized meadow areas.

Its leaves can be harvested fresh or dried for herbal teas, and the long-lasting blooms attract bees, butterflies, and beneficial insects throughout the growing season. Once established, this low-maintenance perennial returns year after year, making it a rewarding addition to sustainable landscapes.

Plant Features

• Heirloom perennial herb with a strong mint-like aroma
• Produces clusters of small white to pale lavender flowers in summer
• Highly attractive to bees, butterflies, and other pollinators
• Leaves can be used fresh or dried for herbal tea
• Drought-tolerant once established and deer-resistant

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Pycnanthemum spp.
• Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
• Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil: Well-drained, average to dry soil
• Water Requirements: Low to medium; drought-tolerant once established
• Growth Habit: Upright, clump-forming
• Bloom Season: Summer to early fall
• Mature Height: 2 to 3 feet
• Spacing: 18 to 24 inches apart

Planting & Care

Sow Mountain Mint seeds indoors 6 to 8 weeks before the last frost, or direct sow outdoors after the danger of frost has passed. Press seeds lightly into the soil surface without covering deeply, as light aids germination. Keep the soil consistently moist until seedlings emerge, which typically takes 14 to 30 days. Once seedlings have several sets of true leaves, transplant them into the garden after hardening off.

Choose a sunny location with well-drained soil. Water regularly during the first growing season to help plants establish. After establishment, Mountain Mint is quite drought-tolerant and requires minimal care. Cut back spent flowers to encourage a tidy habit, or leave seed heads for winter interest and bird forage. Divide clumps every few years to maintain vigor.

What's Included

100 Mountain Mint heirloom perennial herb seeds.