Catmint (Nepeta x faassenii)-Hort Answers - University of Illinois Extension
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Perennial

Catmint
Nepeta x faassenii

 
Features
Mounded plants with attractive foliage that is fragrant and spikes of blue flowers. Thrives in heat and and drought tolerant once established. Loose habit and can spread. Good border plant.  
 
Culture
Moist well-drained soils in full sun 
 
Cultivars

'Blue Wonder' 12-18 inches tall, blue flowers

'Dropmore' 10-12 inches tall, blue flowers

'Walker's Low' 18-24 inches tall lavender flowers

'Snowflake' 10-12 inches tall, white flowers

'Six Hills Giant' 2-3 feet tall, light blue flowers

 
 
Mature Height
18-24 Inches
 
Size
Medium
 
 
USDA Hardiness Zone
4 - 8 
 
Bloom Color
Blue
White
 
 
Bloom Season
April - August
 
Soil Conditions
Moist, Well-Drained
 
 
Exposure/Light Requirements
Full Sun
 
 
Foliage Color
Green
 
 
Pests and Problems

Environmental Damage

Fungal Disease


Additional pests and problems that may affect this plant:

Powdery mildew
 
Additional Notes
Cut back by half after flowering to maintain clean gray foliage. Seldom needs dividing.

 

 
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