Calamintha Marvelette Blue
Calamintha 'Marvelette Blue' photo courtesy of Walters Gardens
Catmint

Calamintha 'Marvelette Blue' has large, striking, purple-blue flowers on upright spikes. This plant is terrific for edging a border or growing along a pathway. The flowers are very attractive to butterflies and many other pollinators. The foliage has a delightful minty fragrance. Easy and reliable, this does not spread around like regular mint. Clumps may be easily divided in early spring. This plant often benefits from a hard clip back in late July, to rejuvenate it.

  • Height: 25-30 cm (10-12 in)
  • Spread: 30-35 cm (12-14 in)
  • Cold Hardiness: Zone 4-8
  • Sun or Shade: sun
  • Bloom Time: early summer to early fall
  • Leaf Colour: green
  • Bloom Colour: purple blue
  • Critter Resistance: deer and rabbits
  • Nature Attraction: all pollinators

Growing and Maintenance Tips

Calamintha is a very easy plant to grow and is adaptable to a wide range of conditions. It will easily tolerate poor soil and dry conditions. It can be clipped back in August to freshen the plant.

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