Calamintha nepeta subsp. nepeta
Best low-maintenance perennial for gardeners seeking long-lasting, deer-resistant summer color.
This is the ultimate low-maintenance workhorse for the front of your border, offering a relentless display of lavender blooms from late summer until the first frost. You sacrifice the dramatic height of showier perennials, but you gain a deer-resistant, drought-tolerant plant that smells like fresh mint every time you brush past it.
$17.00
at
White Flower Farm
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Who it's for
- Gardeners living in areas with high deer and rabbit pressure
- Eco-conscious gardeners supporting local bee and pollinator populations
- Busy homeowners seeking low-maintenance, drought-tolerant landscape additions
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious landscapers planning large-scale garden installations
- Minimalist gardeners who prefer low-maintenance, non-spreading plant varieties
- Designers looking for bold, high-impact floral focal points
Performance breakdown
Bloom Longevity
Continuous flowering from late summer until frost provides exceptional seasonal color.
Pest Resistance
Reliably deer-resistant foliage keeps your garden borders safe from hungry wildlife.
Environmental Resilience
High heat and drought tolerance ensure survival during challenging summer conditions.
Pollinator Appeal
A magnet for bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds throughout the growing season.
Maintenance Ease
Simple spring pruning is all that is required for healthy growth.
Versatility
Compact habit works beautifully in both garden borders and decorative containers.
Key Specs
Lifespan
Perennial
Mature Height
18 inches
USDA Hardiness Zones
5 to 9
Bloom Time
Late-summer through fall
Foliage Color
Mid-green
Flower Color
Lavender-and-white
Plant Spacing
15 inches recommended
Ships as
1 PINT container
Growth Habit
Shrub
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
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