Nepeta
Calamintha
Calamintha produces masses of tiny white flowers throughout the summer. The plant grows to about knee high and fills spaces nicely.
Use Calamintha to underplant companions in the garden that tend to be taller or leggy.
You will love the delicate, whimsey habit of Calamintha along with the constant minty fragrance from even the lightest breeze.
Use Calamintha to underplant companions in the garden that tend to be taller or leggy.
You will love the delicate, whimsey habit of Calamintha along with the constant minty fragrance from even the lightest breeze.
- Planting + Care
Size & Spacing
- Bed Spacing: 12"
- Mature Width: 12"
- Mature Height: 12-15"
Planting Type
- Good for Containers
- Border
- Mid
Seasons
- Spring
- Summer
Type
- Perennial
Sun/Shade
- Full Sun
Water Requirements
- Normal
- Low *
Fertilizer
- Average
- Light Feeder
Colors
Tolerant to
- Drought
Resistant to
- Deer
- Rabbits
Attracts
- Bee Friendly
- Butterflies
Other
- Fragrant
Bloom/Interest Range
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Growth Characteristics:
Sturdy plant, stands up to harsh weather conditions very well, relatively disease and pest free.
* Low Water Requirement:
After this plant is well established, it has a lower than average water requirement. A good layer of mulch will also help reduce water needs.