Virginia Mountain Mint is a strongly aromatic native perennial of moist prairies and meadows, one of the most important pollinator plants in the eastern United States. The small white flower heads attract an astonishing diversity of native bees, wasps, butterflies, beetles, and other insects. A single plant in full bloom in August can host dozens of insect species simultaneously.
Best time to see a Virginia Mountain Mint
The best time to see a Virginia Mountain Mint is July–August, when about 66% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 4,280 research-grade iNaturalist observations.
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