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Hairy Wood Mint
Blephilia hirsuta
PerennialHairy Wood Mint
Blephilia hirsuta
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Light
Part – Full Shade
Water
Medium
Soil
Loam
Size
2-2.5'
Bloom
White, Jun–Aug
Why Grow It
Shade Tolerant
Grows well in partial to full shade
Deer Resistant
Great for gardens without fencing
Pollinator Magnet
Attracts many types of pollinators
Did You Know?
Hairy Wood Mint is pollinated primarily by specialist long-tongued bees including little carpenter bees, mason bees, and leaf-cutting bees — a VIP pollinator lounge.
The 'hairy' in its name refers to the dense covering of soft hairs on its stems and leaves, distinguishing it from its smoother cousin Downy Wood Mint.
Its mint-scented foliage makes it virtually deer-proof, and it is one of the best native mints for deep shade gardens where few other pollinator plants will thrive.
Wildlife Value
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Mason Bees
Important pollinators of pale purple flower whorls
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Skippers
Visit flowers for nectar in shaded woodland
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Bee Flies
Probe flowers for nectar alongside native bees
Good Companions
🌿 Wild Ginger
🌸 Blue Cohosh
🌼 Golden Ragwort
💧 Jacob's Ladder
Planting Guide
- Plant in part shade in rich, moist woodland soil.
- Space 12–15 inches apart; prefers sheltered forest edges.
- Mulch with leaf litter to mimic natural woodland floor.
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Spreads by Root
Spreads quickly; may need containment
Plant Details
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