Quick answer: Virginia mountain mint (Pycnanthemum virginianum) is native to 27 states. What's commonly sold under this name is the true wild species. It's typically seeds, verified 16 Sep 2026.
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Where it's native
Listed in the directory as native to these states. Click a state for its full native-plant guide.
Growing conditions
From the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center Native Plant Database.
| Sun | Part shade |
|---|---|
| Water | Moist |
| Soil | Moist, calcareous |
| Bloom | Jul-Aug |
| Height | Up to 3 ft |
| Wildlife value | Attracts butterflies, special value to native/bumble/honey bees, supports conservation biological control |
can be aggressive but less so in drier soil
Buying it
Sold true to the wild species as of the last check (16 Sep 2026), via Amazon.
Sold as: Seeds via Amazon · listing verified 16 Sep 2026
See where to buy →Quick answers about Virginia mountain mint
Where is Virginia mountain mint native?
Virginia mountain mint (Pycnanthemum virginianum) is native to 27 states across the Northeast, Midwest and South. Check your state's page in this directory for the full list of plants native where you live.
When does Virginia mountain mint bloom?
Virginia mountain mint blooms Jul-Aug. Exact timing shifts a few weeks with latitude and elevation.
What growing conditions does Virginia mountain mint need?
Light: Part shade. Water: Moist. Soil: Moist, calcareous. Mature height: Up to 3 ft.
Is Virginia mountain mint good for pollinators and wildlife?
Yes. Wildlife value: Attracts butterflies, special value to native/bumble/honey bees, supports conservation biological control.
Is Virginia mountain mint deer-resistant or drought-tolerant?
Virginia mountain mint is deer-resistant and tolerates shade.
Where can I buy real Virginia mountain mint seed or plants?
We found a listing sold as seeds that names the true species, last checked 16 Sep 2026. Look for the scientific name Pycnanthemum virginianum on any listing.
Similar native plants
Native plants that share growing conditions or range with Virginia mountain mint.
- Showy goldenrod Solidago speciosa
- Dutchman's breeches Dicentra cucullaria
- Heart-leaved meadow parsnip Zizia aptera
- Virginia bluebells Mertensia virginica
- Canadian wild ginger Asarum canadense
- Eastern red columbine Aquilegia canadensis
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