Lesser Calamint. Erect low-growing perennial with aromatic dark green hairy leaves. Bears mauve sometimes pink tubular flowers. Max Height 45cm. Max Spread 75cm. Flowers June to August. Full sun/partial shade. Hardy.
Calamintha nepeta
Erect low-growing perennial with aromatic dark green hairy leaves. Bears mauve sometimes pink tubular flowers.
Additional information
| Generic | Calamintha |
|---|---|
| Species | nepeta |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Lesser Calamint |
| Flower Colour | pink, mauve |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
| Foliage | Herbaceous |
| Height | 45cm |
| Family | Labiatae |
| Spread | 75cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Erect |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | June, August |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | |
| Care | |
| Border | Border, Rock garden |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
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