Pycnanthemum pycnanthemoides, commonly known as Southern Mountainmint, is a deciduous perennial herb native to open woodlands, meadows, and along stream banks in the Southeastern United States. It typically grows to a height of 3-6 feet (0.9-1.8 meters) and a width of 1-4 feet (0.3-1.2 meters). Southern Mountainmint has a clumping form with slender, erect stems and narrow, lance-shaped leaves. It produces dense clusters of small, tubular flowers that are pink, purple, and white, blooming in mid to late summer. The flowers are highly attractive to pollinators and are quite showy, making them a highlight in the garden during their flowering season.

This plant is valued for its aromatic foliage and flowers, which can be used to make herbal teas and are beneficial for attracting bees, butterflies, and other pollinators. It is commonly used in native plant gardens, pollinator gardens, and as a border planting. Southern Mountainmint thrives in full sun to part shade and prefers well-drained soils, although it is tolerant of a range of soil conditions. It is relatively low maintenance, drought-tolerant once established, and does not typically suffer from serious pest or disease problems. However, it can spread vigorously by rhizomes, so gardeners may need to manage its spread to prevent it from becoming too aggressive in smaller spaces.CC BY-SA 4.0