limestone calamint
Clinopodium arkansanum
USDA zones4 to 8
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
WaterHandles dry to moist soil
Size6 to 12 inches tall6 to 12 inches wide
- Habit
- Herb
- Bloom season
- Summer
- Bloom color
- White to light purple
- Soil pH
- Alkaline (pH>7.2)
Garden uses
Notes
Limestone calamint (Clinopodium arkansanum) is a perennial for naturalized areas, rock gardens, and patio edges. It is hardy to USDA zone 4, or down to -30°F (-34°C). This plant likes full sun and dry to moist soil. It has a rich mint scent. White to light purple flowers open in early to mid summer. Plants stay 6 to 12 inches tall and wide.
Pairs well with Prickly-pear, Buffalo grass, and Gladiator ornamental onion.
Native range
Central and eastern United States and Ontario.