Clustered Mt. Mint (Pycnanthemum Muticum)

Clustered mountain mint or short-toothed mountain mint is a tough and adaptable perennial native to meadows and open woodlands across the eastern United States. It is not a true mint (Mentha spp.) but belongs to the same family and has similarly scented leaves. A must-have for pollinator gardens, heads of tiny white to light pink blooms attract butterflies, wasps, and bees from July to September. Clustered mountain mint has no serious disease issues, and its aromatic foliage is unpalatable to deer and rabbits.

Branched, vertical stems grow two to three feet tall and form a dense clump. Clustered mountain mint spreads by underground rhizomes and can be aggressive in moist conditions, though it is not invasive to the degree of true mints.

1-800-Flowers has named the snake plant the 2025 houseplant of the year. Snake plant, AKA Mother-in-Law’s Tongue or Sansevieria, might be one of the easiest plants to grow indoors, making it an excellent option for any home.

They require minimal care and can thrive in low-light conditions with little water. In fact, snake plant is best left alone as much as possible to prevent overwatering and root rot.

“2025 not only marks the year of the snake plant but it is also the Year of the Snake in the Chinese Zodiac—a sign that makes this selection even more meaningful,” said the press release.

Believe it or not, winter (dormancy) is the best time to prune your shrubs and trees. With little to no snow in most areas, many of our woody landscape plants are accessible and the cold temps help to prevent the spread of insects and disease. Just remember that you should NEVER prune your spring-blooming plants this time of year.

If you have questions or concerns about what or how you should prune, call one of our knowledgeable experts for tips and tricks to make your dormant pruning a success.