Calamintha nepeta 'Marvelette Blue'
Calamintha nepeta 'Marvelette Blue'
syn. Calamintha nepetoides
Peppermint! is the first thing that comes to mind when encountering this strongly aromatic plant. Yet, it is not edible to humans. The tiny blue-green leaves are very attractive and flowers appear to be almost permanent. Bees and pollinators can't get enough.
Zones: 5 to 9
Family: Lamiaceae
Type: Herbaceous Perennial
Height: 8 to 12 in.
Spread: 8 to 12 in.
Exposure: Full Sun
Soil: Dry, Average
Bloom Time: May to October
Native Range: Europe and the Mediterranean region