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.
Category: Perennials
Additional information
Generic | Calamintha |
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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 | |
Pests and diseases | |
Maintenance | |
Propagation |
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