Seed Packet

Calamintha 'Marvelette Blue'

Calamintha nepeta

Aptly named 'Marvelette' won a Fleuroselect Gold Medal, for it is a notable improvement over the species. A compact perennial that blooms the first year from seed, it sports large flowers on upright wands clustered together in a cloud of bloom, perfect for edging. Its minty-scented foliage repels pests, while bees and butterflies will flock to the nectar-rich flowers.

SKU #S1477

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Details

Approximate Seeds Per Packet

105

Lifecycle

Perennial

Perennial Hardiness Zone

Mature Size

6-8" h x 10" w

Sun

Full sun to partial shade

Soil

Regular to rich, well-drained

Season

Summer to fall

Color

Pale lavender-blue

Features

Scented Leaves

Great for containers

Deer Resistant

Heat or Drought Tolerant

Attracts Butterflies

Attracts Bees

Attracts Hummingbirds

Attracts Beneficial Insects

Notable

Fleuroselect Gold Medal Winner

SOWING INSTRUCTIONS

Depth:

Surface sow and press in firmly.

Sprout Time:

15-30 days

Starting Indoors:

Sow indoors 8 weeks before planting out after frost. Keep at 65-70°F.

Starting Outdoors:

Direct sow in early to mid spring.

WHEN TO SET OUTSIDE

After all danger of frost has passed

PLACEMENT & CULTIVATION

Aromatic calamint is a great addition to the herb garden and is a superb edger in perennial gardens, pollinator gardens and containers too. Divide clumps in early spring to maintain vigor, shear after bloom or allow to self sow to create drifts of cloud-like flowers.

Final Spacing:

10"

Water Requirements:

Low Water Use

Watering Details:

Drought tolerant once established. 1" of water per week initially, then water during prolonged dry spells.

Soil pH:

Not particular about soil pH.

Fertilizer:

If soil is especially poor, mix in about 2" of compost before planting, and top dress with an additional inch each spring.

Diseases & Pests:

No major problems.