Calamintha nepeta 'Blue Cloud'

Also Known As

Calamintha nepeta ssp. nepeta 'Blue Cloud'

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 15"
W: 15"

planting zones

5a-10b

Calamintha nepeta 'Blue Cloud' plant details

Calamintha nepeta 'Blue Cloud' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer blue flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Calamintha nepeta 'Blue Cloud'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 15 IN wide, 15 IN tall
Flowers: blue blooms in summer
Uses: fragrant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Calamintha nepeta 'Blue Cloud'

USDA Zones: 5a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A mass of delicate soft-blue flowers on 12-15" fragrant-leaved stems makes a lovely picture in spring ; again in Sept; nice cut flower and your honey bees will love you! Sun-PSh/Med/GdDrain

By: Forestfarm

A total profusion of bloom over a looong season is just the first 2 reasons to grow this exciting “Mountain Mint”. DROUGHT TOLERENT, DEER PROOF & highly scented of peppermint - ‘Blue Cloud’ also creates a bushy compact 15” x 15” form clothed in tiny grey-green foliage, fitting in well with any garden style from formal to cottagey. Living up to its name, ‘Blue Cloud’ covers itself from June-October with bright light blue flowers, so lovely & an irresistible invitation to all the bees in the neighborhood. Beautiful in the foreground of Roses or cascading over steps & pathways. Bonus feature: it makes a pleasant tea! Best appearance in rich, well drained soil & average water. Cut back to 5” tall in Winter.