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Hairy Mountain Mint

Pycnanthemum pilosum, Lamiaceae

Zones
4–8
Layer
Herbaceous
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate

Guild Roles

Pollinator AttractorBeneficial Insect HabitatPest ConfuserDynamic Accumulator

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

Moderate (established)Moderate (seedling)

Soil pH

6 – 7.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Fendler's CeanothusCeanothus fendleri
Nitrogen FixationPollinator Sharing
Cretan BarberryBerberis cretica
Pest DeterrentBeneficial Insect Habitat
Red SageSalvia miltiorrhiza
Pest DeterrentBeneficial Insect Habitat

Antagonistic Plants

Puncture VineTribulus terrestris

Puncture vine produces saponins and other compounds that can inhibit germination and establishment of mint family plants like hairy mountain mint.

Uses

Functions

Medicinal Tea ProductionIntensive Pollinator SupportAromatic Pest Deterrent

Edible Parts

LeavesFlowers

Medicinal Uses

Digestive AidRespiratory SupportFever ReducerAntimicrobial

Common Questions

What zones does Hairy Mountain Mint grow in?

Hairy Mountain Mint grows in USDA hardiness zones 4 through 8.

What are good companion plants for Hairy Mountain Mint?

Good companions for Hairy Mountain Mint include Fendler's Ceanothus, Cretan Barberry, Red Sage.

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