mountain mint

Mountain mint (Pycnanthemum incanum) is a hardy, drought-tolerant species, and should be watered about once per week in average conditions. In full sun and hot conditions, water more frequently, up to 2 times a week. In the winter time, water when the soil feels dry. Avoid overwatering, as this may lead to root rot. In cool temperatures, water your mountain mint deeply and infrequently, allowing the soil to dry out before soaking again.

Mountain mint (Pycnanthemum incanum) prefers full sun to partial shade, and should receive at least 6 hours of direct sunlight a day. This plant should be grown in a location that gets plenty of morning sunlight, with some protection from harsh afternoon sun. It grows best in well-drained soil with a pH between 5.5 and 7.5. Mountain mint can tolerate periods of drought, but it benefits from occasional supplemental water during prolonged dry spells.

Mountain mint should be pruned in late winter or early spring, before new growth begins. Remove any dead, damaged or weak branches first, followed by pruning plants back to the desired shape or size. It should be lightly pruned each year, removing only a few inches from the tips of stems. Prune no more than 1-third of the total height of the plant to keep a full, healthy shape. That said, mountain mint readily reseeds itself; if you are looking to keep your mountain mint blooming abundantly, you may need to remove spent flowers in the summer to prevent the plant from going to seed.