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Clinopodium nepeta, Calamintha nepeta, Lesser Calamint. Clinopodium nepeta 'Triumphator'

Clinopodium nepeta 'Triumphator'

Clinopodium nepeta, Calamintha nepeta

Lesser Calamint
Family: Lamiaceae
Origin: Mediterranean
USDA Zone: 5-9?

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

Small plant 2-5 ft

Semi-shade

Full sun

Moderate water

Regular water

Blue, lavender, purple flowers

White, off-white flowers

Pink flowers

Plant attracts butterflies, hummingbirds

Spice or herb plant

Subtropical or temperate zone plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time

Clinopodium nepeta smells like a cross between mint and oregano. It attracts honeybees and butterflies.

Clinopodium nepeta, Calamintha nepeta, Lesser Calamint. Clinopodium nepeta 'Triumphator'

Clinopodium nepeta 'Triumphator'

Clinopodium nepeta, Calamintha nepeta, Lesser Calamint. Clinopodium nepeta 'Triumphator'

Clinopodium nepeta 'Triumphator'

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