Overview
Calamintha nepeta 'White Cloud' is a perennial herb in the genus Clinopodium, part of the Lamiaceae family. Calamintha nepeta 'White Cloud' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates well-drained soils and neutral and alkaline pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include herb garden, borders and ground cover. It is native to Europe.
About
Clinopodium nepeta, known as lesser calamint, is a perennial herb of the mint family known for having fragrant, grey-green, oregano-like leaves with a pennyroyal smell. It is also called niepita, and mentuccia romana.
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About the genus
Clinopodium is a genus of flowering plants in the family Lamiaceae, in the subtribe Menthinae. Clinopodium belongs to a large and complex group of genera including many New World mints such as Hedeoma, Monarda, and Pycnanthemum, and this group is in turn a sister clade to Mentha. The genus name Clinopodium is derived from the Latin clinopodion, from the Ancient Greek κλινοπόδιον (klinopódion), from κλίνη (klínē) "bed" and πόδιον (pódion) "little foot".
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Clinopodium
- Sunlight
- full sun, partial shade
- Soil type
- well-drained
- Soil pH
- neutral, alkaline
- Soil moisture
- moderate
- Exposure
- sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Calamintha nepeta 'White Cloud' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- perennial herb
- Suggested uses
- herb garden, borders, ground cover
- Native to
- Europe
- Fragrance
- minty, oregano-like
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Calamintha nepeta 'White Cloud'
- Cultivation
- Grow in well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Drought tolerant once established.
- Pruning
- Cut back after flowering to maintain shape and encourage bushiness.
- Propagation
- Seed, cuttings
Frequently asked questions
How do I grow Calamintha nepeta 'White Cloud'?
Grow in well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Drought tolerant once established.
Where is the best place to plant Calamintha nepeta 'White Cloud'?
Calamintha nepeta 'White Cloud' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Calamintha nepeta 'White Cloud' need?
Calamintha nepeta 'White Cloud' grows best in well-drained soil. It prefers neutral and alkaline soil. Aim for soil that stays moderate.
How do I prune Calamintha nepeta 'White Cloud'?
Cut back after flowering to maintain shape and encourage bushiness.
Is Calamintha nepeta 'White Cloud' hardy in the UK?
Calamintha nepeta 'White Cloud' has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Calamintha nepeta 'White Cloud'?
Seed, cuttings.