calamint

Member of the mint family, leaves are very fragrant when crushed. Tiny, tubular, two-lipped, flowers open white in early summer, turning lavender by fall. Flowers are attractive to bees. Long bloom period from June through September.

Plant
Latin name Calamintha nepeta subsp. nepeta
Common name calamint
Family Lamiaceae
Zone Z5-9
Bloom time Summer
Season(s) of Interest Summer through winter
Height 1'
Native or origin Southern Europe to Great Britain
Soil conditions Drought tolerant
Flower color White / lavender
Known wildlife aspects Bees
Light Requirements Full Sun
Lurie Garden location Light Plate
Companion plants