Nepeta nervosa
prominently-veined catmint
A bushy perennial to 60cm high forming a mound of unbranched, upright stems with aromatic, narrow, prominently-veined, green to grey-green leaves. Small, purple-blue flowers are borne in short, dense spikes to 15cm long from summer into early autumn
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 | Green Grey Silver | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Summer | Blue Purple | Green Grey Silver | ||
Autumn | Blue Purple | Green Grey Silver | ||
Winter |
Position
- Full sun
Aspect
South–facing or West–facing or East–facing
Exposure
Exposed or ShelteredDrought resistance
Yes Hardiness
H7Botanical 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
Correct
- Plant range
- Kashmir
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in any well-drained soil in full sun
Propagation
Propagate by softwood cuttings in early summer or semi-ripe cuttings in early autumn or by division
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Coastal
- Cottage and informal garden
- Patio and container plants
- Mediterranean climate plants
- Wildlife gardens
- Flower borders and beds
Pruning
Trim after flowering to keep plants compact
Pests
Diseases
May be affected by powdery mildews in dry summers
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