Calamintha nepeta 'Blue Cloud'

Common Name: Calamint

A trouble-free plant whose leaves smell strongly of mint. The small, glaucous green leaves resemble those of Nepeta. Beginning in early summer, tiny, tubular, pale lavender-blue flowers are produced in profusion on upright spikes just above the foliage. Their sweet nectar attracts butterflies, hummingbirds, and bees. This plant makes a great filler in the border garden and can also be used as an edging.

Height:

9.0-12.0 Inches

Spread:

12.0 Inches

Hardiness Zones:

4,5,6,7

Flower Color:

Purple shades Blue shades

Foliage Color:

Variegated

Sunlight:

Full Sun (> 6 hrs. Direct Sun)

Water Requirements:

Low Water Needs Average Water Needs

Soil Quality:

Poor Soil Quality Average Soil Quality Fertile Soil Quality

Soil Chemistry:

Neutral Soil (pH = 7.0) Alkaline Soil (pH > 7.0)

Bloomtime:

Early Summer Midsummer Late Summer Early Fall

Attracts Wings:

Attracts Butterflies Attracts Hummingbirds

Critter Resistant:

Deer Resistant

Growth Rate:

Medium

Garden Style:

Patio Container Eclectic Woodland Shade

Other Features:

Border Plant Container Cut Flower Cut Foliage Drought Tolerant Easy To Grow Edging Fragrant Flowers Fragrant Foliage Mass Planting

Origin:

Not Native to North America

Calamintha prefers full sun and average, well-drained soil. Once established, it is able to tolerate hot and dry conditions. Cut back plants by half in late summer if the foliage begins to look worn. This will stimulate the growth of fresh new leaves.

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