100 Mountain Mint Herb Seeds

Enhance your garden with the robust and aromatic Mountain Mint Herb Seeds!

Mountain Mint (Pycnanthemum) is a versatile and hardy perennial herb known for its refreshing minty scent and numerous culinary and medicinal uses. Its beautiful, delicate flowers attract pollinators, making it a valuable addition to any herb garden, pollinator garden, or landscape.

Specifications for Mountain Mint Herb Seeds:

• Season: Sow indoors in early spring; transplant or direct sow after the last frost
• USDA Zones: 3-8
• Height: 2-3 feet
• Bloom Season: Mid-summer to early fall
• Bloom Color: White to pale lavender
• Environment: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil Type: Well-draining, slightly acidic to neutral pH
• Deer Resistant: Yes
• Latin Name: Pycnanthemum spp.
• Temperature: Prefers 70-75°F (21-24°C) for germination
• Average Germ Time: 2-4 weeks
• Light Required: Full sun to partial shade
• Depth: Sow seeds lightly covered with soil
• Sowing Rate: Thinly scatter seeds; no specific rate needed
• Moisture: Keep soil consistently moist during germination; drought-tolerant once established
• Plant Spacing: Space plants 12-18 inches apart for optimal growth

Cultivation Instructions:

1. Planting: Sow seeds indoors in early spring or directly in the garden after the last frost. Use a well-draining seed-starting mix and cover the seeds lightly with soil.

2. Germination: Keep the soil moist and provide a warm environment (70-75°F) for germination, which typically takes 2-4 weeks.

3. Transplanting: Once seedlings are established and all danger of frost has passed, transplant them to their final location in the garden, spacing plants 12-18 inches apart.

4. Light: Mountain Mint thrives in full sun to partial shade. Ensure it receives at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day.

5. Soil Type: Plant in well-draining soil. While Mountain Mint is adaptable to various soil types, it prefers slightly acidic to neutral pH.

6. Watering: Water regularly during the establishment phase. Once established, Mountain Mint is drought-tolerant and requires minimal watering.

7. Fertilization: Fertilize lightly in the spring with a balanced, all-purpose fertilizer to encourage healthy growth.

8. Pruning: Trim back after flowering to maintain shape and encourage bushier growth. Remove any dead or damaged stems to promote plant health.

9. Harvesting: Harvest leaves as needed for culinary and medicinal use. The best time to harvest is in the morning after the dew has dried but before the heat of the day.