Catmint
Nepeta cataria
Catmint (catnip) is an easy-going perennial herb that grows vigorously in most well-drained soils with plenty of sunlight. Water occasionally and cut back after flowering to encourage a second flush of blooms; it becomes quite drought tolerant once established. Keep in mind that cats are strongly attracted to this plant and may roll on or damage it in the garden.
Toxicity Warning
Known to be toxic to cats.
Care Level
Low
Sun
Partial Sun
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
12″ – 48″
Soil
sandy loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
18″
Watering Schedule
Every 7-14 Days • Water Moderately And Allow Soil To Dry Out Between Waterings; Very Tolerant Of Dry Spells Once Established
Soil pH
7 – 7.5
Temperature
-20° – 95°F
Mature Spread
up to 36″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Medium
Propagation: Seed, Cutting
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda, aspca
Image: trefle.io — Taken Apr 21, 2022 by Sabina Hartmann (cc-by-sa)
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