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Central Maryland / BowieLocal Bowie-area baseline| Growing needs |  Virginia Mountain MintPycnanthemum virginianum | |
|---|---|---|
| Plant type | Native Pollinators | Choose a plant above |
| Sunlight | Sun to part shade | Choose a plant above |
| Spacing | Check the cultivar and planting guide | Choose a plant above |
| Soil pH | 6.0–7.0 | Choose a plant above |
| Water | Consistently moist, with drainage | Choose a plant above |
| Planting window | See planting guidance | Choose a plant above |
| Best fit | Choose sun to part shade, reliably moist soil, and space to check the crop regularly. Establish in spring or early fall while soil is workable and moisture can be maintained. | Choose a plant above |
| Considerations | Give a moist meadow location and manage rhizomes; leave flowers available to diverse insects. Native ranges vary within Maryland; match nursery provenance and habitat to your site. | Choose a plant above |
| Explore | Open guide & availability |