Pycnanthemum californicum, Mountain Mint
Pycnanthemum californicum, Mountain Mint
A California Native perennial herb that grows in mountains and foothills throughout the state, in chaparral, woodland, forest, and other habitat. It can reach up to three feet tall in height. Purple, white flowers bloom in the summer through fall.
| Family Name | Lamiaceae |
| Species Name | Pycnanthemum californicum |
| Common Name | Mountain Mint |
| Native to | California |
| Plant Type | Perennial herb |
| Height x Width | 1-3’ x 1-2’ |
| Growth Habit | Upright, bushy |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Sun Exposure | Full sun to partial shade |
| Water Requirement | Moderate |
| Soil Type | Well draining soils, prefers sandy/loamy soils |
| Flower Color | White, pale lavender |
| Flowering Months | Late summer, early fall |
| Evergreen/Deciduous | Winter deciduous (dies back, herbaceous perennial) |
| Fragrant | Yes, minty |
| Cold Hardy to | 0°F |
| Attracts pollinators | Bees, butterflies |
| Container Plant | Yes |
| Erosion Control | Yes |
| Bank Stabilization | Yes |
| Fire Resistant | Moderate |
| Deer resistant | Yes |
| Local plant | Yes |
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Pycnanthemum californicum, Mountain Mint
A California Native perennial herb that grows in mountains and foothills throughout the state, in chaparral, woodland, forest, and other habitat. It can reach up to three feet tall in height. Purple, white flowers bloom in the summer through fall.
| Family Name | Lamiaceae |
| Species Name | Pycnanthemum californicum |
| Common Name | Mountain Mint |
| Native to | California |
| Plant Type | Perennial herb |
| Height x Width | 1-3’ x 1-2’ |
| Growth Habit | Upright, bushy |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Sun Exposure | Full sun to partial shade |
| Water Requirement | Moderate |
| Soil Type | Well draining soils, prefers sandy/loamy soils |
| Flower Color | White, pale lavender |
| Flowering Months | Late summer, early fall |
| Evergreen/Deciduous | Winter deciduous (dies back, herbaceous perennial) |
| Fragrant | Yes, minty |
| Cold Hardy to | 0°F |
| Attracts pollinators | Bees, butterflies |
| Container Plant | Yes |
| Erosion Control | Yes |
| Bank Stabilization | Yes |
| Fire Resistant | Moderate |
| Deer resistant | Yes |
| Local plant | Yes |