Narrowleaf Mountain Mint

Pycnanthemum tenuifolium, Lamiaceae

Zones

4–8

Layer

Herbaceous

Lifespan

Perennial

Growth

Moderate

Guild Roles

Pollinator AttractorPest ConfuserBeneficial Insect Habitat

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

Moderate (established)Moderate (seedling)High (seedling)

Soil pH

5.5 – 7.5

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Woodland SunflowerHelianthus divaricatus

Pest DeterrentBeneficial Insect Habitat

American Black CurrantRibes americanum

Pest DeterrentPollinator Sharing

Slender WheatgrassElymus trachycaulus

Pest DeterrentBeneficial Insect Habitat

Flat-topped GoldenrodEuthamia graminifolia

Pest DeterrentPollinator Sharing

Antagonistic Plants

Eastern Bee BalmMonarda bradburiana

Both mint family species produce essential oils that can create mutual allelopathic inhibition and compete for similar resources

Wild MintMentha arvensis

Both mints produce allelopathic compounds and compete for moist soil resources

Uses

Functions

Beneficial Insect HabitatNatural Pest DeterrentAromatic Groundcover

Edible Parts

Leaves

Medicinal Uses

Digestive AidRespiratory SupportAntiseptic

Common Questions

What zones does Narrowleaf Mountain Mint grow in?

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

What are good companion plants for Narrowleaf Mountain Mint?

Good companions for Narrowleaf Mountain Mint include Woodland Sunflower, American Black Currant, Slender Wheatgrass, Flat-topped Goldenrod.

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