Calamintha nepeta subsp. nepeta

Where to plant

Let’s now see where to plant Calamintha nepeta subsp. nepeta. What types of gardens and where this plant is normally grown.

Orientation

It tolerates being planted in different orientations. But if possible, plant Calamintha nepeta subsp. nepeta in a east facing, south facing or west facing garden.

Garden style

It has numerous uses in gardening and landscaping. Calamintha nepeta subsp. nepeta can work very well in gardens of different styles:

• City & Courtyard Gardens – usually small gardens, these gardens need smart designs to work well as they have to allow areas to relax, play and entertain;
• Patios, balconies and containers – gardens confined to the space next to buildings where the cultivation is done in pots and containers;
• Rock and gravel gardens – are gardens that feature extensive use of rocks and stones and include plants native to rocky or alpine environments;
• Wildlife gardens – natural gardens that feature plants that attract native wildlife such as birds, pollinating insects and small mammals;

Planting type

There are a wide range of applications for this plant. Calamintha nepeta subsp. nepeta can be applied in/as:

• Ground cover – for a perfect garden finish and to prevent weed growth;
• Low maintenance gardens – where you can’t care for the plants so often;
• Wall-side borders – that create a very specific microclimate;