Catmint. A bushy perennial with grey-green leaves and purple-blue dense flowerspikes from mid-summer to early autumn. Max Height 45cm to 70cm. Max Spread 30cm. Flowers July to September. Full sun/partial shade. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Nepeta nervosa
A bushy perennial with grey-green leaves and purple-blue dense flowerspikes from mid-summer to early autumn.
Additional information
| Generic | Nepeta |
|---|---|
| Species | nervosa |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Catmint |
| Flower Colour | purple, blue |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
| Foliage | Herbaceous |
| Height | 45cm, 70cm |
| Family | Labiatae |
| Spread | 30cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Clump-forming |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | grey, green |
| Flowers From | July, September |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Cut back after flowering |
| Border | Border |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | |
| Maintenance | |
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