This Hoary Mountain Mint is growing down on the Creekside Trail, but it's also growing all over the mountains and in fields. 

 

It is definitely a member of the mint family, with square stems and opposite leaves; and when you crush the leaves, you can smell MINT.  This particular mint looks as if the upper leaves have been dusted with white powder.   It blooms from July through October.  The small, purple dotted, whitish flowers are arranged in dense rounded heads.  See?

 

It is really easy to notice the plants at 25 mph, growing about 2-3 feet tall, right on the sides of the roads.  Be sure to look for it on your next road trip.

 

HAPPY TRAVELS!!!