Calamintha nepeta ('Available Summer 2026')
Lesser Calamint
Photo courtesy of Prides Corner Farms
- Tiny white flowers, blooms Summer-Fall
- Mounding habit, low maintenance
- Soft, aromatic foliage
- 2021 Perennial Plant of the Year
Border or Bed
Cold Tolerant
Drought Tolerant
Fragrant
Garden
Long Blooming
Low Maintenance
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips:
Prefers to be grown in full sun and dry to medium, well-drained soil. Cut back after flowering for neatness and to prevent any unwanted self-seeding.
Height: 12-18 in
Spread: 12-24 in
Spacing: 15-18 in
Price Level 1: $24.99 ea.~#2
Bloom Color: White
Zone: 5-9
Additional Characteristics & Attributes:
Attributes:
- Drought Tolerant
- Cold Tolerant
- Fragrant
- Summer Bloomer
- Low Maintenance
- Edging
- Garden
- Border or Bed
- Long Blooming
Exposure:
- Full Sun
Habit:
- Mounding
Foliage Color:
- Green
Season of Interest (Flowering):
- Summer
- Fall
Soil Moisture:
- Dry Soil
- Average Water