Calamintha nepeta ssp. nepeta
A compact, neatly rounded perennial flowering steadily from mid-summer into autumn with pale mauve-blue flowers. The aromatic foliage releases a mint-like scent when handled, while the plant itself remains well-behaved, neither running nor self-seeding. Particularly effective at the front of the border or planted in groups, where its long season and calm structure carry plantings through late summer.
Growing Conditions
Light: full sun
Moisture: average to dry
Soil: well-drained garden soils
Hardiness zone: 5
Maintenance: low
Size & Habit
Height (cm): 35
Spread (cm): 50
Habit: rounded mound
Seasonal Interest
Flowering period: July–Oct
Seasonal interest: mid-summer through autumn flowering
Foliage: green
Flower: light blue
Ecology & Notes
Wildlife value: pollinators
Deer/Rabbit resistance: yes
Habitat: front of borders; mixed plantings; mass plantings; herb gardens
Features: rounded habit; long flowering season; aromatic foliage; excellent for bees; non-running; non-self-seeding; culinary use; PPA
Notes: forms neat, rounded mounds that flower continuously from mid-summer into autumn; foliage releases a strong mint-like scent when brushed; attractive to bees; does not run or self-seed; performs well in larger groupings and alongside ornamental grasses