Blephilia ciliata

Common Names: Downy Wood Mint, Ohio Horsemint
 
Soil: Dry  Dry-Mesic  Mesic  
Height: 1 ft - 1.5 ft
Blooming: Jun Jul

Called "Wood Mint", but rarely grows in woodlands. Does spread like most mints, but is not aggressive. A favorite of many bees, and also attracts butterflies and moths. Not palatable to most mammals.

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