Overview
Pycnanthemum muticum is a bushy perennial herb in the genus Pycnanthemum, part of the Lamiaceae family, with deciduous foliage. It typically grows around 1.0 m tall. Pycnanthemum muticum grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden, wildlife gardens, city and courtyard gardens, low maintenance and flower borders and beds. It is native to Alabama, Arkansas, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Kentucky, Maryland, Massachusetts and Michigan.
About
Pycnanthemum muticum commonly known as clustered mountain mint is a plant from the mountain mint genus Pycnanthemum that is native to the eastern United States. It grows in well watered dappled woodlands and meadows in the wild.
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About the genus
Pycnanthemum is a genus of herbaceous plants in the mint family (Lamiaceae). Species in this genus are often referred to as mountain mints and they often have a minty or thyme-like aroma when crushed. All species of Pycnanthemum are native to the United States and Canada.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Pycnanthemum
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained, Well-drained
- Aspect
- North-facing, East-facing, South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H7
Plant details
Pycnanthemum muticum size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Perennial herb
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Height
- 1.0 m
- Suggested uses
- Cottage and informal garden, Wildlife gardens, City and courtyard gardens, Low Maintenance, Flower borders and beds
- Native to
- Alabama, Arkansas, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Kentucky, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan
- Fragrance
- Minty
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Pycnanthemum muticum
- Propagation
- Seed, Division in spring
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Pycnanthemum muticum?
Pycnanthemum muticum prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Pycnanthemum muticum need?
Pycnanthemum muticum is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained to well-drained.
How big does Pycnanthemum muticum grow?
Pycnanthemum muticum reaches a height of 1.0 m.
Is Pycnanthemum muticum hardy in the UK?
Pycnanthemum muticum has an RHS hardiness rating of H7, meaning it is fully hardy throughout the UK, tolerating temperatures below -20°C.
How do I propagate Pycnanthemum muticum?
Seed, Division in spring.