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Calamint
Calamintha nepeta subsp. nepeta
Pronunciation: Cal-ah-MIN-thuh NEP-eh-tuh
SKU #45067
LIGHT:
Full sun
WATER:
Water when top 2 inches of soil is dry.
SIZE:
Quickly reaches 12 to 18 in. tall, 12 to 24 in. wide; spreads wider over time.
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| Description | A great addition to a naturalized wildlife garden, with tall spikes of small white flowers that are loved by bees. Spreads freely by rhizomes or by reseeding. Use as an informal groundcover, or allow to spill over rock walls. Aromatic foliage can be dried for potpourris. Herbaceous perennial. |
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| Bloom Time | Late summer to early fall |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Special Features | Attracts Pollinators |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container |
| Flower Color | White |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Care Instructions | Easily grown in dry to medium moisture, well-drained soils. Shear or trim back after flowering to tidy the plant and remove any unsightly foliage. Self-sows freely; deadhead if you do not want volunteer seedlings next season. Does not perform well in hot, humid areas. |
Details
| Description | A great addition to a naturalized wildlife garden, with tall spikes of small white flowers that are loved by bees. Spreads freely by rhizomes or by reseeding. Use as an informal groundcover, or allow to spill over rock walls. Aromatic foliage can be dried for potpourris. Herbaceous perennial. |
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| Bloom Time | Late summer to early fall |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Special Features | Attracts Pollinators |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border, Container |
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| Flower Color | White |
| Foliage Color | Green |
Care
| Care Instructions | Easily grown in dry to medium moisture, well-drained soils. Shear or trim back after flowering to tidy the plant and remove any unsightly foliage. Self-sows freely; deadhead if you do not want volunteer seedlings next season. Does not perform well in hot, humid areas. |
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Frequently asked questions
Does Calamint produce flowers?
Late summer to early fall
Is Calamint evergreen or deciduous?
Calamint is Herbaceous.
What are the special features of Calamint?
Calamint is Attracts Pollinators.
How fast does Calamint grow?
Calamint has a Fast growth rate.
Where can I use Calamint in my landscape?
Calamint is suitable for: Border, Container.
What color are Calamint flowers?
Calamint produces White flowers.
What color is the foliage of Calamint?
Calamint has Green foliage.
How do I care for Calamint?
Easily grown in dry to medium moisture, well-drained soils. Shear or trim back after flowering to tidy the plant and remove any unsightly foliage. Self-sows freely; deadhead if you do not want volunteer seedlings next season. Does not perform well in hot, humid areas.
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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.