Downy Wood Mint

Downy Wood Mint (Blephilia ciliata), also known as Pagoda Mint, is a charming native perennial with a distinctive floral display that sets it apart from other mints. This 32-plant pack is perfect for gardeners looking to add texture, subtle fragrance, and pollinator value to partly sunny beds or edges of woodlands and meadows.

In early to mid-summer, tall flower stalks are crowned with tiers of soft purple blooms, stacked like a pagoda—making this plant a visual standout. The flowers are a magnet for native bees, while the lightly mint-scented foliage adds sensory appeal and helps deter deer. Unlike many mint relatives, Downy Wood Mint is not aggressive, spreading slowly to form a well-behaved, dense colony over time.

It thrives in moist, well-drained soil and prefers at least a few hours of daily sun. With the right conditions, it’s both resilient and low-maintenance—perfect for pollinator gardens, naturalistic plantings, or shaded border areas.

Why Choose a Tray of Downy Wood Mint?

• Unique flower structure – Tiered purple blooms add visual interest.
• Bee-friendly – Supports a variety of native pollinators.
• Non-aggressive spreader – Forms a manageable, attractive colony.

Plant Downy Wood Mint for structure, scent, and pollinator support, all in a native package that plays well with others.

• This is a relatively short-lived perennial so consider letting some seedlings to become established to allow this pollinator favorite to persist in your garden