White Flower Farm Calamintha nepeta
Best low maintenance perennial for pollinator friendly garden borders.
A reliable, low-maintenance perennial that offers a long season of lavender-blue blooms. Its heat and drought tolerance, combined with a natural ability to attract pollinators, makes it a perfect, worry-free choice for sunny borders or containers.
$14.40
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Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking long-lasting floral displays with minimal deadheading
- Eco-conscious homeowners looking to support local pollinator populations
- Busy landscapers needing hardy plants for sunny, dry locations
Who should skip it
- Meticulous planners who prefer strictly contained garden layouts
- Gardeners with wet, boggy soil or poorly draining containers
- Homeowners desiring high-contrast, dramatic focal points in the landscape
Performance breakdown
Pollinator Appeal
A magnet for bees and butterflies throughout the entire growing season.
Maintenance Effort
Requires minimal attention once established, making it perfect for busy gardeners.
Environmental Resilience
Handles intense heat and dry spells with impressive, reliable vigor.
Pest Resistance
Naturally deters deer, saving you from constant protective measures.
Bloom Duration
Provides consistent, colorful interest from early summer well into autumn.
Versatility
Compact habit adapts easily to containers, borders, or path edging.
Key Specs
Hardiness Zone
4-8
Exposure
Full Sun
Bloom Time
June-October
Mature Height
10-12 inches
Spacing
12-18 inches
Fragrance
Yes
Deer Resistant
Yes
Drought Tolerant
Yes
Plant Type
Herbaceous Perennial
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