Calamintha nepeta ssp. nepeta
Lesser calamint
This selection forms a perfect mound of Mint-scented leaves, smothered by small white flowers from mid-summer until frost. Flowers become lavender as night-time temperatures decrease. Tolerates both dry and moist soils. Related to the garden Mint, without the spreading habit. Very attractive to pollinators
- Height: 18" – 24"
- Width: 18" – 24"
- Soil Conditions: Moist/Well Drained
- Flower Color: White
- Bloom Time: June, July, August, September, October
- Hardiness Zone: 4 To 9
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Plant Characteristics - Calamintha nepeta ssp. nepeta
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Attributes
- Container
- Drought Tolerant
- Salt Tolerant
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Attracts Wildlife
- Attracts Butterflies
- Attracts Pollinators
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Critter Resistance
- Deer Resistant
- Rabbit Resistant
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Plant Habit
- Mound
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Light Conditions
- Sun
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Native Plant Community
- Dry Prairie
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Flower Color
- White
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Flower Hue
- Light
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Flower Type
- Cyme
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Flower Height
- 18" to 24"
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Foliage Color
- Green
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Leaf Texture
- Medium
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Flower Form
- Single
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Flower Size
- 1/4" or Less
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Soil Moisture
- Moist/Well Drained
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Prune Time
- August
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Growth Rate
- Average
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Origin
- Europe
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Divide
- Every Other Year
Possible Substitutions for Calamintha nepeta ssp. nepeta
Phlox paniculata 'Backlight'
Backlight Tall Garden Phlox
Matching Attributes
- Light Conditions: Sun
- Flower Color: White
- Height: 18" – 24"
Salvia nemorosa 'Snow Hill'
Snow Hill Salvia
Matching Attributes
- Light Conditions: Sun
- Flower Color: White
- Height: 18" – 24"
Buddleia 'SMNBDW'
Pugster White® Butterfly Bush
Matching Attributes
- Light Conditions: Sun
- Flower Color: White
- Height: 18" – 24"
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