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Herbaceous Perennial

Nepeta × faassenii Whispurr Blue ('Balpurrlu'PBR) (Whispurr Series)
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garden catmint [Whispurr Blue]

A bushy perennial, to around 70cm high, with ascending stems and aromatic, toothed green leaves. Spikes of small lilac purple flowers are produced from late spring into summer

Synonyms
Nepeta × faassenii 'Balpurrlu'PBR
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Size
Ultimate height
0.5–1 metres
Time to ultimate height
2–5 years
Ultimate spread
0.5–1 metres
Growing conditions
Chalk
Loam
Sand
Moisture
Moist but well–drained, Well–drained
pH
Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Colour & scent
StemFlowerFoliageFruit
Spring Purple Green
Summer Purple Green
Autumn Green
Winter
Position
  • Full sun
Aspect

South–facing or West–facing

Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered
Hardiness
H7
Botanical details
Family
Lamiaceae
Native to GB / Ireland
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

Trade

How to grow

Cultivation

Grow in any well-drained soil in full sun. May need support, see staking perennials

Propagation

Propagate by division in spring or autumn, or by softwood cuttings in early summer

Suggested planting locations and garden types
  • City and courtyard gardens
  • Coastal
  • Cottage and informal garden
  • Gravel garden
  • Wildlife gardens
  • Flower borders and beds
Pruning

Trim after flowering to keep plants compact and to encourage a second flowering

Pests

May be susceptible to slugs and snails

Diseases

May be susceptible to powdery mildews in dry summers

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