Carolina Calamint (Clinopodium Carolinianum) is a perennial shrub in the Lamiaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 7-9. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Clinopodium carolinianum is a perennial herbaceous shrub native to the southeastern United States, known for its fragrant light purplish-pink tubular flowers and aromatic foliage.

Carolina Calamint

Carolina Calamint

Clinopodium Carolinianum

Clinopodium carolinianum is a perennial herbaceous shrub native to the southeastern United States, known for its fragrant light purplish-pink tubular flowers and aromatic foliage.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
7-9

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, well-drained
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, pollinator attractor, aromatic herb

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Carolina Calamint

Jan
Prune
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Mar
Repot
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Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Carolina Calamint
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Taxonomy

Family:Lamiaceae
Genus:Clinopodium