Calamint
Clinopodium arkansanum
Description
Calamint, known scientifically as Clinopodium arkansanum, is a small, aromatic perennial herb commonly found in prairies and rocky open woods. It is known for its minty fragrance, which is especially noticeable when the leaves are crushed. This plant is valued for its attractiveness to pollinators such as bees and butterflies.
- Life Cycle
- perennial
- Height
- 1 to 1.5 feet
- Sun Exposure
- Partial sun to full sun
- Bloom Months
- June, July, August, September
- Bloom Color
- Bloom Description
- The plant blooms with light pink to pinkish-purple flowers that are small and tubular.