Downy Wood Mint Seeds (Blephilia ciliata)

Don't Forget: Free Shipping on All Orders of $39 or More! DOWNY WOOD MINT - Blephilia ciliata (Seeds per Packet: 1,000+) Downy Wood Mint is a native sturdy and upright perennial with oblong gray-green leaves. Early to Mid-summer dense clusters of lavender, purple flowers surround the stems. The flowers are a big draw for native bees and other pollinators. This mint family member resembles monarda and is less aggressive and slightly less aromatic. Deer, Rabbit and others find it unpalatable. Sun to Partial Shade, average to dry soils. Can be planted in both open meadows and woodlands. This plant is an excellent choice for pollinator gardens, prairies, meadows, open woodlands and mass plantings. Blooms from Early - Mid-Summer. Zones: 4,5,6,7,8 Light Requirement: Full Shade to Full Sun Height: 1-2 ft. Plant Type: Native Perennial Germination Code: 1 - Native wildflowers take time to establish. These are not first year blooming species. This species may grow and leaf the first year or lie dormant and needs one period of cold stratification.  Shipping: Usually ships in 2 business days. For a guaranteed delivery date, please contact customer service.