
Chinese Mint
This striking summer perennial produces upright spikes of lilac-purple flowers that are fragrant and highly attractive to bees and butterflies. Flowering throughout summer, it adds vibrant colour, scent, and vertical structure to sunny garden borders, herbaceous beds, and pollinator-friendly spaces.
Its strong, clumping habit and graceful movement make it ideal for creating texture and contrast among softer or lower-growing companions. Thriving in well-drained soil, it prefers a sunny position and tolerates warm conditions, making it versatile for a range of garden styles.
Low maintenance and hardy, it provides long-lasting blooms while enhancing garden biodiversity. The aromatic foliage adds an extra layer of sensory appeal, releasing gentle fragrance when brushed or touched.
Perfect for adding summer interest, vertical drama, and ecological value, this plant brings both beauty and functionality to sunny gardens, combining vibrant colour, delightful scent, and dependable performance.
Description and Attributes
Product Code
ELSCM
Genus
Elsholtzia
Species
Stauntonii
Botanical Name
Elsholtzia stauntonii
Height
100-150cm
Width
100-150cm
Flower Timing
Summer to Autumn
Seasonality
Summer catalogue
Climate
Cool to Temperate
Pot size
10cm
Frost hardiness
Half Hardy
Aspect
Full Sun to Semi Shade
Supplied as
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