Nepeta × faassenii
garden catmint
A perennial forming a clump of ascending stems bearing grey-green leaves and terminal whorls of light violet-blue flowers 12mm in length in summer and early autumn
Size
Ultimate height
0.1–0.5 metresTime to ultimate height
2–5 yearsUltimate spread
0.1–0.5 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Green Grey Silver | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Blue | Green Grey Silver | ||
| Autumn | Blue | Green Grey Silver | ||
| Winter |
Position
- Full sun
- Partial shade
Aspect
South–facing or West–facing or East–facing
Exposure
Exposed or ShelteredDrought resistance
Yes Hardiness
H7Botanical details
- Family
- Lamiaceae
- Native to the UK
- No
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Habit
- Bushy
- Genus
Nepeta can be annuals or, more commonly, perennials, with paired, usually aromatic leaves, and terminal spikes or panicles of 2-lipped, tubular flowers
- Name status
Correct
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in any well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. May need support
Propagation
Propagate by division in spring or autumn. Propagate by softwood cuttings in early summer
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Cottage and informal garden
- Wildlife gardens
- Gravel garden
- Flower borders and beds
- Garden edging
Pruning
Trim after flowering to keep plants compact and to encourage a second flowering
Pests
May be susceptible to leafhoppers
Diseases
May be susceptible to powdery mildews
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