Hairy Wood-mint
Blephilia hirsuta
Last reviewed: June 2026
Blephilia hirsuta (Hairy Wood-mint) is a native wildflower blooming purple from May through July across eastern and central United States. This mint family plant attracts bees and butterflies in woodland edges and prairies.
Light
part sun
Water
medium
Size
12"–24" H × 8"–16" W
Bloom
May, Jun, Jul
Native to
AL, AR, CT, GA and 20 more states
Pollinators
bees, butterflies
Hairy wood-mint is a compact native perennial that produces clusters of small white or pale pink flowers from May through July. This well-behaved plant forms neat clumps and stays relatively short, making it suitable for managed landscape settings. The aromatic foliage adds pleasant fragrance when brushed against.
Growing Hairy Wood-mint
Grow Hairy Wood-mint in part sun and medium water. Mature plants reach 12 to 24 inches tall and spread 8 to 16 inches wide. Expect low maintenance to keep it looking intentional in a front yard.
In an HOA neighborhood
Hairy Wood-mint is an HOA-friendly choice. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 3 out of 5.
Works well in: front yard, foundation, street edge, mid zone.
- May spread slowly by rhizomes if not contained
Wildlife value
The flowers attract native bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects throughout the summer blooming period. This plant serves as both a nectar source and habitat for various pollinators.
Common questions
- When does Hairy Wood-mint bloom?
- Blephilia hirsuta typically blooms from May through July, producing clusters of small purple flowers that attract various pollinators.
- Where is Hairy Wood-mint native?
- Hairy Wood-mint is native to 24 states across the eastern and central United States, from Massachusetts south to Georgia and Alabama, and west to Kansas and Texas.
- What pollinators visit Hairy Wood-mint?
- Blephilia hirsuta attracts bees and butterflies with its nectar-rich flowers. The tubular shape of the blooms makes them particularly appealing to these pollinators.
- What growing conditions does Hairy Wood-mint prefer?
- This native mint thrives in partial sun to light shade with medium moisture levels. It adapts well to woodland edges, prairies, and naturalized garden settings.
- Is Hairy Wood-mint HOA-friendly?
- Hairy Wood-mint is generally an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement, with low maintenance.
Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
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