{"product_id":"mountain-mint-seeds-100-heirloom-perennial-herb-seeds-for-tea-pollinators","title":"Mountain Mint Seeds – 100 Heirloom Perennial Herb Seeds for Tea \u0026 Pollinators","description":"\u003cp\u003eMountain 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeirloom perennial herb with a strong mint-like aroma\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduces clusters of small white to pale lavender flowers in summer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHighly attractive to bees, butterflies, and other pollinators\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeaves can be used fresh or dried for herbal tea\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrought-tolerant once established and deer-resistant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pycnanthemum spp.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Herbaceous perennial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to partial shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-drained, average to dry soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low to medium; drought-tolerant once established\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upright, clump-forming\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Season:\u003c\/strong\u003e Summer to early fall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 to 3 feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18 to 24 inches apart\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSow 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e100 Mountain Mint heirloom perennial herb seeds.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67739783430454,"sku":"EDNA-514","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0994\/4884\/8694\/files\/il_fullxfull.8161815883_5n72.jpg?v=1792115771","url":"https:\/\/blakesflora.com\/products\/mountain-mint-seeds-100-heirloom-perennial-herb-seeds-for-tea-pollinators","provider":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","version":"1.0","type":"link"}