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Acinos alpinus

Family Labiatae
Plant Type
Zone USDA:   4a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 10 - 15 cm (4 - 6 in)
Spread 20 - 30 cm (8 - 12 in)
Light full sun
Soil Moisture low to average, well-drained
Soil Type loam to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description Acinos alpinus (alpine calamint) produces bright pink blossoms during early summer to late summer. This plant has evergreen foliage that is deep green in colour.
Typical Uses Alpine or rock garden, container and edging.
Special Characteristics Butterflies are attracted to Acinos alpinus . Acinos alpinus is tolerant of drought.