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Meehan's Mint

Meehania Cordata

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Overview

Meehan's Mint (Meehania cordata) is a low-growing perennial, reaching heights of 6-12 inches. It flourishes in USDA zones 4-8, preferring partial to full shade and moist, well-drained soil. Its heart-shaped leaves and tubular violet-blue flowers add vibrant ground cover from late spring to early summer. Bee-friendly, it spreads moderately, perfect for woodland gardens or as an understory plant in shaded landscapes. Hardy and resistant to deer, it offers low-maintenance charm.

Sun Half, ShadeWater MediumZones 4–8Type PerennialClimate Temperate
Meehan's Mint (Meehania Cordata) — well-drained soil rich in organic matter
Meehan's Mint (Meehania Cordata) — with individual leaves approximately 1 to 2 inches in lengthMeehan's Mint (Meehania Cordata) — Native to the woodlands of the Eastern United StatesMeehan's Mint (Meehania Cordata) — perfect for woodland gardens or as an understory plant in shaded landscapesMeehan's Mint (Meehania Cordata) — perennial with lavender bloomsMeehan's Mint (Meehania Cordata) — Blooming occurs from late spring into early summerMeehan's Mint (Meehania Cordata) — making it a hardy addition to many gardens.<br><br>Suitable for partial to full shade+41

Culture

Sun
Half, Shade
Water
Medium
USDA zones
4–8

Shape & size

Mature height
1–2 Ft.
Mature width
1–2 Ft.

Classification

Type
Perennial
Family
Lamiaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Meehan's Mint (Meehania Cordata) — well-drained soil rich in organic matter
Meehan's Mint (Meehania Cordata) — with individual leaves approximately 1 to 2 inches in length
Meehan's Mint (Meehania Cordata) — Native to the woodlands of the Eastern United States
Meehan's Mint (Meehania Cordata) — perfect for woodland gardens or as an understory plant in shaded landscapes
Meehan's Mint (Meehania Cordata) — perennial with lavender blooms
Meehan's Mint (Meehania Cordata) — Blooming occurs from late spring into early summer
Meehan's Mint (Meehania Cordata) — making it a hardy addition to many gardens.<br><br>Suitable for partial to full shade
Meehan's Mint (Meehania Cordata) — It flourishes in USDA zones 4-8, preferring partial to full shade and moist, well-drained soil
Meehan's Mint (Meehania Cordata) — adding vibrant color and texture to the shaded garden palette.<br><br>As a landscape architect assistant
Meehan's Mint (Meehania Cordata) — Meehan's Mint (Meehania cordata) is a low-growing perennial, reaching heights of 6-12 inches
Meehan's Mint (Meehania Cordata) — It flourishes in USDA zones 4-8, preferring partial to full shade and moist, well-drained soil; though it will tolerate a
Meehan's Mint (Meehania Cordata) — Meehan's Mint (Meehania cordata) is a charming; one distinct advantage is that this plant is largely resistant to deer and
Meehan's Mint (Meehania Cordata) — lavender flowers in the garden
Meehan's Mint (Meehania Cordata) — this ground cover thrives in USDA Hardiness Zones 4 to 8; native to the woodlands of the Eastern United States
Meehan's Mint (Meehania Cordata) — Meehan's Mint (Meehania cordata) is a charming
Meehan's Mint (Meehania Cordata) — Meehan's Mint is an excellent choice under deciduous trees or in the dappled light of a woodland border
Meehan's Mint (Meehania Cordata) — perennial for half or shade
Meehan's Mint (Meehania Cordata) — delivering year-round interest
Meehan's Mint (Meehania Cordata) — Native to the woodlands of the Eastern United States; perennial with lavender blooms
Meehan's Mint (Meehania Cordata) — though it will tolerate a range of soil conditions once established
Meehan's Mint (Meehania Cordata) — Hardy and resistant to deer, it offers low-maintenance charm
Meehan's Mint (Meehania Cordata) — this ground cover thrives in USDA Hardiness Zones 4 to 8
Meehan's Mint (Meehania Cordata) — Hardy and resistant to deer, it offers low-maintenance charm; meehan's Mint (Meehania cordata) is a charming
Meehan's Mint (Meehania Cordata) — One distinct advantage is that this plant is largely resistant to deer and rabbits
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