Common Name
Common dittany
Wild oregano
Stonemint
Plant Form
Herbs
Duration
Perennial
Max Height (ft)
1.5
Growth Rate
Medium
Region
Coastal
Piedmont
Mountain
Hardiness Zone
5,
6,
7,
8
Commercially available
Yes
Additional Info
This fragrant plant in the mint family prefers dry and shallow rocky soil and full sun to part shade.
Wildlife Value: Bees, butterflies, and skippers are attracted to this plant for nectar and for pollination.
Edibility: Used in teas and folk medicine remedies
Flower Color
Purple/lavender
Flower Prominence
Conspicuous
Bloom Time
Late Summer
Fall
Bloom Month
August
September
Fall Color
Burgandy/Red
Purple
Light Requirements
Full sun
Partial sun
Soil Texture
Loamy
Sandy
Shallow rocky
Low Maintenance
Yes
Deer Resitant
Yes
Pollinators
Bees
Butterfiles
Tolerates
Nurseries that may carry live plant