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Calamintha 'Marvelette Blue'
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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
$5.00
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Details
Approximate Seeds Per Packet
105
Lifecycle
Perennial
Perennial Hardiness Zone
4,
5,
6,
7,
8
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.