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How to grow and care for Pycnanthemum incanum (L.) Michx.

plant care guide about watering, fertilizing, trimming, repotting, cutting, propagating Pycnanthemum incanum (L.) Michx., Wild basil, Mountain mint

Pycnanthemum incanum (L.) Michx. 101 - Plant Care Instructions

Bright direct

16C° ~24C°

Every 7 days

Water

How to water Pycnanthemum incanum (L.) Michx.

How often should I water?

check Pycnanthemum incanum (L.) Michx. Every 7 days if it needs water. when it’s very cold(below 5℃), water less frequently

When do I need to water?

the top 2-3 inches of soil is dry

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Light & Location

How much light does a Pycnanthemum incanum (L.) Michx. need?

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Bright direct

Grow light

Light preference

Pycnanthemum incanum (L.) Michx. likes Bright direct light, Grow light day. The brighter the space, the better this plant grows.

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This plant prefers
2K ~ 20K lux to thrive!

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20K~

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20K

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Temperature

Natural habitat

-17

-17~32℃

45

Houseplant temperate preference

-15

16~24℃

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Plants that grow in the wild and those that grow indoors prefer different temperatures. If you grow Pycnanthemum incanum (L.) Michx. at home, make sure the temperature is 16~24℃.

Humidity

Houseplant temperate preference

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40~70%

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Pycnanthemum incanum (L.) Michx. prefers humidity about 40~70%. If necessary, increase humidity by misting, humidifier.

Fertilize

When should I fertilize?

Only when your plant is healthy!

How frequently should I fertilize?

1-2 times in growing season. A pinch for a small pot.

Characteristic

Pycnanthemum incanum (L.) Michx. is a member of Lamiaceae.

Characteristic NameCharacteristic Value
LifespanPerennial
Hardiness Zone5 - 8
Taxonomy
Taxonomy NameTaxonomy Value
PhylumTracheophyta
ClassMagnoliopsida
OrderLamiales
FamilyLamiaceae
GenusPycnanthemum
SpeciesPycnanthemum incanum

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