Pycnanthemum tenuifolium, tray of 50 plugs

Bees and other pollinators adore the small, dainty white flowers that appear in clusters atop the stems of well-branched Pycnanthemum tenuifolium, the plant’s needlelike green foliage creating a textural mass that provides contrast amid other pollinator favorites including Echinaceas, Rudbeckias, and Chelone. Commonly called Slender Mountain Mint, Pycnanthemum tenuifolium spreads by rhizomes, but it is far less aggressive than some of its cousins. The foliage and flowers release a refreshing scent of Mint when cut or crushed, and they make marvelously fragrant additions to bouquets. This flat contains 50 plant plugs, each 2" wide x 5" deep.

Native to the US and Canada, these hardy perennials are easy to grow in average soil anywhere that has full sun to part shade. Pycnanthemum is a genus in the mint family, and plants will emit a strong mint-like scent when crushed. Because these plants are vigorous, choose your planting site with care. Use Mountain Mint in a naturalized area or meadow, or in open areas near ponds and streams. Pollinators love it.

Landscape Plugs™ are a boon to gardeners seeking an easy, economical way to plant sizable swaths of native perennials. They are also an affordable way to purchase numerous plants that can be readily incorporated into existing large gardens or meadows. Landscape Plugs™ have deep roots (to 5”), which help plants establish quickly and provide erosion control. This perennial, and others in the Landscape Plugs™ series, is likely to reach flowering size in its first year. By itself or mixed with other plants in the series, it is a superb choice for creating habitat for wildlife. Plugs are offered in easy-to-transport flats, each featuring a single variety. The trays are made of 100% recycled plastic that is recyclable (#6).

For more information on growing and care, click Growing Guide.