Sierra Mountain Mint

Pycnanthemum californicum, Lamiaceae

Zones

5–9

Layer

Herbaceous

Lifespan

Perennial

Growth

Moderate

Guild Roles

Pollinator AttractorBeneficial Insect HabitatPest Confuser

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

Low (established)Moderate (seedling)

Soil pH

6 – 8

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Oregon GumweedGrindelia stricta

Pest DeterrentBeneficial Insect Habitat

Oregon False GoldenasterHeterotheca oregona

Pest DeterrentBeneficial Insect Habitat

Pink TickseedCoreopsis rosea

Pest DeterrentBeneficial Insect Habitat

DeerbrushCeanothus integerrimus

Nitrogen FixationPest Deterrent

Large-flowered AsterSymphyotrichum grandiflorum

Pest DeterrentPollinator Sharing

Antagonistic Plants

Beadle's Mountain MintPycnanthemum beadlei

Related mountain mints produce overlapping allelopathic compounds that cause mutual inhibition

Uses

Functions

Attracts Native Solitary BeesHosts Parasitic WaspsSupports HoverfliesConfuses Pest Insects With Strong Mint ScentLate Season Nectar Source

Edible Parts

Leaves

Medicinal Uses

Digestive AidRespiratory Support

Common Questions

What zones does Sierra Mountain Mint grow in?

Sierra Mountain Mint grows in USDA hardiness zones 5 through 9.

What are good companion plants for Sierra Mountain Mint?

Good companions for Sierra Mountain Mint include Oregon Gumweed, Oregon False Goldenaster, Pink Tickseed, Deerbrush, Large-flowered Aster.

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