Nepeta Catnip 15cm Pot

Nepeta Catnip 15cm Pot
Common Name: Catnip

Nepeta cataria, commonly known as Catnip, is a hardy, fast-growing perennial herb known for its soft, grey-green aromatic foliage and small lavender-white flowers. It is famously attractive to cats due to the natural compound nepetalactone, while also being a valuable pollinator plant in the garden. This easy-care plant thrives in sunny, well-drained conditions and is both ornamental and functional.

Indigenous: No – Native to Europe and parts of Asia
Growth Habit: Upright, bushy perennial herb
Foliage: Soft, aromatic grey-green leaves with a minty scent
Flowers: Small spikes of lavender-white flowers
Position: Full sun
Watering: Low to moderate; drought tolerant once established
Soil: Well-draining soil; prefers light, sandy soils
Wildlife: Highly attractive to cats; also attracts bees and pollinators
Uses: Herb gardens, pollinator gardens, companion planting, borders, cottage gardens, medicinal/herbal gardens