Calamintha nepeta subsp. nepeta

Calamintha nepeta subsp. nepeta, commonly known as Calamint, is a herbaceous perennial valued for its white to pale lavender flowers. It typically matures 1–1.5 feet tall and 1.5–2 feet wide. Grow it in full sun to partial shade in average, well-drained garden soil. Its native range or documented parentage is Southern Europe, the Mediterranean region, western Asia, and North Africa. Its flowers can provide seasonal forage for bees and other beneficial insects. In the landscape, it works well in mixed borders, mass plantings, and pollinator gardens. Good siting and appropriate moisture help maintain its best form through the season.

Provides seasonal color and texture and may support pollinators or other garden wildlife.

Calamintha nepeta subsp. nepeta produces white flowers and provides cultivar-specific ornamental interest.

Southern Europe, the Mediterranean region, western Asia, and North Africa