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Catmint (Nepeta × faasenii)
Example of approximately what these plants look like when shipped. See the eighth photograph of any plant to see a photo of what it looks like when shipped.
One of the most
fragrant
perennials out there, Catmint is sure to provide your yard with
long lasting
and vibrant blooms all summer long.
A hardy and easy plant to grow, it’s an excellent choice as a
border
plant or in rock gardens.
Attracts swarms of
butterflies and
hummingbirds.
When Nepeta's stems are broken, they release an aroma into the air that tends to attract cats, thus its common name, Catmint.
When Nepeta's stems are broken, they release an aroma into the air that tends to attract cats, thus its common name, Catmint.
See photographs comparing average sizes of some bare roots and potted plants
Product
 Catmint 'Walkers Low' {tray of 72 cells}1 flat of 72 cells: $213.84 ($2.97 per plant) With striking and long blooming flowers and intricate foliage, Walker's Low Catmint will add trouble-free contrasts to your garden. 24-30" tall.
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Specifications
- Cold hardiness zone: varies by cultivar - Contact your local extension to confirm hardiness if you are in a fringe zone (we cannot guarantee hardiness in fringe zones)
- AHS Heat Zone: 8-1
- Light:
Full sun 
Part sun - Growth rate: Fast
- Mature height: varies by cultivar
- Spread: 16-24"
- Spacing: 16-24"
- Tolerant of: Deer, Drought, Wet Conditions, Poor Soil, Rabbits, Salt
- pH of Soil: 5.8 - 8.0, Ideal pH: 6.1-7.8
- Attracts: Butterflies, Hummingbirds
- Grows Under Trees: Conifer - Yes, Walnut - No, Other - Yes
- Good for borders & edging: Yes
- Good for erosion control: Yes
- Fragrant: Yes
- Long bloom time: Yes
- Good for slopes: Yes
- Weed suppressor (once established): Yes
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General information about Nepeta (Catmint): If you’re looking for a vibrantly blooming perennial that is long blooming, heat tolerant, resistant to pests and diseases, and easy to grow, then catmint (or Nepeta) is for you! Catmint makes a stunning display when massed in flower gardens, in rock gardens, as borders and edging, and in containers. A dazzling array of hummingbirds and butterflies flock to the aromatic long blooming flowers, which make excellent cut flowers in floral designs. Often used to cover the bare limbs of rose bushes, providing a pleasing counterpoint to the vivid tones of the roses. Nepeta explodes with a profuse haze of blooms in late spring and continues with an almost continuous rebloom into fall under optimum growing conditions and proper shearing of spent flower spikes. Resistant to salt and thriving in seaside plantings, the minty, aromatic foliage repels rabbits, voles, and deer. Catmint prefers average well-drained soil and in full to part sun sun (in northern zones, 6+ hours of sun is best); shade-grown plants are floppy and flower poorly. Keep it well watered the first growing season until the plants become established. Established plants thrive in full sun and exhibit exceptional of dry soils, drought and humidity. Somewhat intolerant of the heat and humidity of the deep South, however, and appreciates some afternoon shade in hot climates. Catmints thrive best when divided every 3-4 years in early spring. Leave spent foliage in place over winter to help protect the crown, cut back old foliage in late winter rather than in the fall. Prune back plants by one-third to one-half after the initial bloom to stimulate re-bloom. Must be propagated by division, as seeds are sterile. Don’t bother to fertilize it. Catmint prefers well-drained soil that is not overly fertile. In fact, soil that is too rich may cause the plant to flop over or split in the middle. Should that happen, shear the plant back to tidy it up. Some compost in fall or spring will provide sufficient nutrients to keep the plant happy. Nepeta racemosa and N. nepetella were first crossed by Dutch nurseryman, J. H. Faasen, in the 1930’s. Interesting Facts
When Nepeta's stems are broken, they release an aroma into the air that tends to attract cats, thus its common name, Catmint.
Many people confuse catmint with catnip (Nepeta cataria). While the two are closely related, catnip is more aromatic than catmint but less ornamental. Catmints are effective at repelling mosquitos! |
Care
Don’t bother to
fertilize it.
Catmint prefers well-drained soil that is not overly fertile.
Some compost in fall or spring will provide sufficient nutrients to keep the plant happy.
Catmints thrive best when divided every 3-4 years in early spring. Leave spent foliage in place over winter to help protect the crown, cut back old foliage in late winter rather than in the fall. Prune back plants by one-third to one-half after the initial bloom to stimulate re-bloom. Must be propagated by division, as seeds are sterile. Deadheading spent flower heads is recommended to promote extended blooming.
General information that applies to all plants:
Catmints thrive best when divided every 3-4 years in early spring. Leave spent foliage in place over winter to help protect the crown, cut back old foliage in late winter rather than in the fall. Prune back plants by one-third to one-half after the initial bloom to stimulate re-bloom. Must be propagated by division, as seeds are sterile. Deadheading spent flower heads is recommended to promote extended blooming.
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