catmint Interesting Notes

A low-growing member of the clan whose aromatic, gray-green leaves complement the lavender-blue blossoms. Its flowers gather in whorls on stems that reach just 12", and bloom is persistent up to six weeks. This compact, early-blooming variety makes an excellent ground cover for edging a sunny walkway.

Most Nepetas are thrifty plants that prosper in average, well-drained soils, and the majority offer deliciously fragrant, gray-green foliage and numerous spikes of small flowers, generally in the blue to purple range. They are durable, hardy, and pest free. Like Catnip, the best-known member of the genus, Nepetas may send felines into a frenzy. - White Flower Farm

Nepeta 'Early Bird' Growing and Maintenance Tips

Best grown in full sun in well-drained soils. Heat and drought tolerant once established.

Good Substitutions

Nepeta grandiflora 'Summer Magic'

Nepeta Junior Walker™ 'Novanepjun'

Nepeta × faassenii 'Walker's Low'

Nepeta × faassenii 'Purrsian Blue'