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 4–8Climate Temperate

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

Meehan's Mint (Meehania Cordata) — Hardy and resistant to deer, it offers low-maintenance charm

Meehan's Mint (Meehania Cordata) — perfect for woodland gardens or as an understory plant in shaded landscapes

Meehan's Mint (Meehania Cordata) — Meehan's Mint (Meehania cordata) is a charming

Meehan's Mint (Meehania Cordata) — Native to the woodlands of the Eastern United States

Meehan's Mint (Meehania Cordata) — this ground cover thrives in USDA Hardiness Zones 4 to 8

Culture

Sun: Half, Shade
Water: Medium
USDA zones: 4–8

Shape & size

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

Classification

Family: Lamiaceae
Climate: Temperate

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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

Meehan's Mint (Meehania Cordata) — Hardy and resistant to deer, it offers low-maintenance charm

Meehan's Mint (Meehania Cordata) — perfect for woodland gardens or as an understory plant in shaded landscapes

Meehan's Mint (Meehania Cordata) — Meehan's Mint (Meehania cordata) is a charming

Meehan's Mint (Meehania Cordata) — Native to the woodlands of the Eastern United States

Meehan's Mint (Meehania Cordata) — this ground cover thrives in USDA Hardiness Zones 4 to 8

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) — Meehan's Mint is an excellent choice under deciduous trees or in the dappled light of a woodland border

Meehan's Mint (Meehania Cordata) — well-drained soil rich in organic matter

Meehan's Mint (Meehania Cordata) — though it will tolerate a range of soil conditions once established

Meehan's Mint (Meehania Cordata) — delivering year-round interest

Meehan's Mint (Meehania Cordata) — One distinct advantage is that this plant is largely resistant to deer and rabbits

Meehan's Mint (Meehania Cordata) — with individual leaves approximately 1 to 2 inches in length

Meehan's Mint (Meehania Cordata) — Each plant can reach a height of 4 to 8 inches and will spread to form a mat between 12 to 18 inches wide

Meehan's Mint (Meehania Cordata) — Blooming occurs from late spring into early summer

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) — lavender flowers in the garden

Meehan's Mint (Meehania Cordata) — perennial for half or shade

Meehan's Mint (Meehania Cordata) — perennial with lavender blooms

Meehan's Mint (Meehania Cordata) — Meehan's Mint (Meehania cordata) is a low-growing perennial, reaching heights of 6-12 inches; hardy and resistant to deer

Meehan's Mint (Meehania Cordata) — perfect for woodland gardens or as an understory plant in shaded landscapes; lavender flowers in the garden

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) — Hardy and resistant to deer, it offers low-maintenance charm; meehan's Mint (Meehania cordata) is a charming

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