Catnip Nepeta cataria

Hardy Perennial Catnip is a member of the mint family. It spreads rapidly and produces lavender flowers. The lemon-mint flavor and fragrance of its leaves make a relaxing tea for humans. Of course, cats love it, too! Use catnip as a companion plant in the garden or landscape.

Did You Know? Catnip tea has been used as an herbal remedy for colds, influenza and fevers.

Soil Temperature: 60-75°F
Planting Depth: 1/8"
Germination: 8-20 Days
Height At Maturity: 2'-3'
Days To Maturity: 75-80 Days
Sun/Shade: Full to Partial Sun
Spacing After Thinning: 10"-14"
Approx Seeds per Pack: 250 Seeds

Features

Attracts Bees/Butterflies
Attracts Hummingbirds
Container Compatible
Does Not Require Support
Drought Tolerant
Edible Flower
Fragrant
Good for Drying
Open-Pollinated
Plant Spreads
Requires Summer Water
Useful for Ornamental

Characteristics

USDA Growing Zone: Certified Organic Product

Growth Habit : Bush

Life Cycle : Perennial

Plant Usage : Attracts Bees/Butterflies

Plant Usage : Attracts Birds

Plant Usage : Culinary Herb

Plant Usage : Ornamental

Planting Time : Spring

Seed Unit Sizes : Seed Pack

Soil pH : 6.1 - 6.5

Soil pH : 6.6 - 7.0

Soil pH : 7.1 - 7.5

Starting Location : Direct Sow

Starting Location : Start Indoors & Transplant

Sun Requirements : Full Sun/Part Sun

Useful Plant Part : Flower

Useful Plant Part : Leaves

Planting & Care

Soil & Water: Seed directly in late spring after the last frost, or start indoors. You may want to grow it in containers to prevent it from becoming a renegade in the garden. Catnip prefers moderate water, but is drought tolerant once established.

Planting & Growing: Seed directly in late spring after the last frost, or start indoors. You may want to grow it in containers to prevent it from becoming a renegade in the garden.Once established, the plant will send out runners and spread rapidly.

Harvesting & Storage: Cut flowers and leaves after dew has dried in late summer and dry in the shade. Store away from moisture.

Guarantee

Peaceful Valley Farm & Garden Supply brand vegetable seeds are guaranteed to germinate. Once the seeds have sprouted, please understand that Peaceful Valley cannot be held responsible for the many uncontrollable growing and climatic conditions that must be met to ensure the success of your crop(s).

Organic Catnip