Quantities: Individual Quart Sized Potted Plants and 38-Cell Plug Single Species Flats
Distinctive and aromatic, Horsemint (or Spotted Beebalm) bears whorls of pale yellow flowers streaked with purple, set among colorful pink-tinged bracts. Its fragrant foliage releases a spicy scent when touched, repelling deer while drawing pollinators.
Thriving in dry, sandy soils and full sun, this resilient perennial tolerates heat and drought exceptionally well. It’s particularly valuable in pollinator gardens for attracting bees, butterflies, and moths.
Identification / Key Features: Pale yellow to lavender flowers with spotted throats; pinkish bracts; aromatic leaves.
Bloom Time: July-September
Mature Height / Size: 2–3 feet.
Growth Rate: Moderate to fast.
Light / Soil / Site Preferences: Full sun; dry, sandy soils.
Wildlife Value / Ecological Role: Nectar source for long-tongued bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds.
Uses / Economic / Cultural: Aromatic ornamental; traditional medicinal herb.
Quantities: Individual Quart Sized Potted Plants and 38-Cell Plug Single Species Flats
Distinctive and aromatic, Horsemint (or Spotted Beebalm) bears whorls of pale yellow flowers streaked with purple, set among colorful pink-tinged bracts. Its fragrant foliage releases a spicy scent when touched, repelling deer while drawing pollinators.
Thriving in dry, sandy soils and full sun, this resilient perennial tolerates heat and drought exceptionally well. It’s particularly valuable in pollinator gardens for attracting bees, butterflies, and moths.
Identification / Key Features: Pale yellow to lavender flowers with spotted throats; pinkish bracts; aromatic leaves.
Bloom Time: July-September
Mature Height / Size: 2–3 feet.
Growth Rate: Moderate to fast.
Light / Soil / Site Preferences: Full sun; dry, sandy soils.
Wildlife Value / Ecological Role: Nectar source for long-tongued bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds.
Uses / Economic / Cultural: Aromatic ornamental; traditional medicinal herb.
