Nepeta cataria 'Lemony'
catmint 'Lemony'
A clump-forming herbaceous perennial with lemon-scented aromatic grey-green foliage which may be more appealing to those who dislike the traditional catnip scent. White flowers flushed with pale pink to purple appear on upright stems from midsummer to early autumn. The jury is out on whether this particular variety is equally as attractive to cats
Size
Ultimate height
0.5–1 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 | Grey Silver Green | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | White Pink Purple | Grey Silver Green | ||
| Autumn | White Pink Purple | Grey Silver Green | ||
| Winter |
Position
- Full sun
Aspect
East–facing or South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Exposed or ShelteredDrought resistance
Yes Hardiness
H7Botanical details
- Family
- Lamiaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Habit
- Bushy, Clump forming
- 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
Unresolved
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in any well-drained soil in full sun
Propagation
Propagate by seed or by softwood cuttings in early summer or semi-ripe cuttings in early autumn or by division
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- City and courtyard gardens
- Cottage and informal garden
- Wildlife gardens
- Mediterranean climate plants
- Flower borders and beds
Pruning
Trim after flowering to keep plants compact
Pests
Diseases
May be susceptible to powdery mildews in dry summers
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