Calamintha nepeta sp. nepeta 1 qt
Calamintha nepeta sp. nepeta 1 qt
Calamint
Diminutive form, white minty flowers, beneficial insect paradise
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An excellent easy to grow perennial for sunny, dry areas. Tons of tiny white to pale blue flowers above green aromatic mint-scented foliage. A magnet for bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. Long-blooming. 2021 Perennial Plant of the Year. 12 - 15"
Botanical Name- Calamintha nepeta sp. nepeta
Pronunciation- kal-uh-MIN-thuh NEP-eh-tuh
Foliage- Deciduous
Mature Width-
Mature Height-
Sun Exposure- Full Sun
Soil Preferences- Average to dry, well drained
Current Size- 1 qt
Bloom Color- White
Bloom Time- Summer
Companion Plants- Coreopsis verticillata 'Zagreb' (bright color, pollinator synergy)
Fauna Attracted- Bees, butterflies, hoverflies, pollinating wasps
Plant Habit- Perennial
- Care Rating- Easy
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin - PP46B
Yearly Care Instructions- Shear lightly after flowering to encourage rebloom; water in prolonged dry spells.
Trimming Instructions- Trim back in early spring to encourage fresh growth.
Fertilization Instructions- Use a light, balanced fertilizer (e.g., 14-14-14) in spring; low feeding need. In clay soils, ensure drainage and avoid waterlogging.
Fertilizer Recommendation- Flower-tone
Possible Issues- Powdery mildew, aphids
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