Nepitella

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Savory Mediterranean herb used in Italian cuisine, also known as calamint, relatively unknown here in the United States. Unusual but inviting flavor, like a mix of mint, basil, ore gano, thyme and licorice; Nepitella is traditionally used to flavor meats, soups, stews along with mushroom, tomato, potato dishes. Great border or container plant with 12” mounds of oregano-like leaves. Lavender pink tubular flower spikes arrive later in the summer, lasting well into fall; attractive both in an herb and flower garden. 50 seeds PLANTING Calamintha nepeta Perennial , Zones 5-10 Germination: 7-14 days Seed Planting Depth: 1/8" Starting Indoors/Outdoors: Start indoors 4-6 weeks before the last frost. Provide 70-75 ºF soil temperatures. Transplant 12-15" apart. Sow outdoors in spring after last frost. Sow a few seeds every 4-6 ", thin to 12-15" apart. Light Needs: Sun Soil Needs: Nepitella needs average to rich, well-drained soil Uses: Medicinal, culinary, attracts bees and beneficials Show more