Yerba Buena (Clinopodium Douglasii) is a perennial herb in the Lamiaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 7-10. This plant is safe for cats and dogs. It can be grown indoors.

Clinopodium douglasii is a rambling aromatic herb native to western and northwestern North America, known for its minty fragrance and sprawling, mat-forming growth habit.

Yerba Buena

Yerba Buena

Clinopodium Douglasii

Clinopodium douglasii is a rambling aromatic herb native to western and northwestern North America, known for its minty fragrance and sprawling, mat-forming growth habit.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
7-10

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy
Indoor:Yes
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, fragrance, pollinator attractor

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Yerba Buena

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
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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Taxonomy

Family:Lamiaceae
Genus:Clinopodium