Catnip (Nepeta cataria) is a herbaceous perennial that thrives in much of North America and is very easy to grow. It has a clump-forming growth habit with square stems and triangular to oval, gray-green leaves with toothed edges that stretch around 3 inches long. Flower spikes appear in the late spring to early fall, bearing clusters of small blooms that are white with light purple markings.
This plant is a fast grower and can quickly spread throughout the landscape if not kept in check. It will reach its mature size in a single season and should be planted in the spring. Note that, while many cats enjoy catnip, the oils of the plant are technically toxic to them.
Common Name
Catnip, catmint
Botanical Name
Nepeta cataria
Family
Lamiaceae
Plant Type
Perennial, herb
Size
2–3 ft. tall and wide
Sun Exposure
Full sun
Soil Type
Loamy, sandy, well-drained
Soil pH
Acidic, neutral, alkaline (6.1 to 7.8)
Bloom Time
Spring, summer, fall
Hardiness Zones
3–7 (USDA)
Native Area
Europe, Asia
Toxicity
Oil is toxic to cats
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Catnip (Nepeta cataria) is a herbaceous perennial that thrives in much of North America and is very easy to grow. It has a clump-forming growth habit with square stems and triangular to oval, gray-green leaves with toothed edges that stretch around 3 inches long. Flower spikes appear in the late spring to early fall, bearing clusters of small blooms that are white with light purple markings.
This plant is a fast grower and can quickly spread throughout the landscape if not kept in check. It will reach its mature size in a single season and should be planted in the spring. Note that, while many cats enjoy catnip, the oils of the plant are technically toxic to them.
Common Name
Catnip, catmint
Botanical Name
Nepeta cataria
Family
Lamiaceae
Plant Type
Perennial, herb
Size
2–3 ft. tall and wide
Sun Exposure
Full sun
Soil Type
Loamy, sandy, well-drained
Soil pH
Acidic, neutral, alkaline (6.1 to 7.8)
Bloom Time
Spring, summer, fall
Hardiness Zones
3–7 (USDA)
Native Area
Europe, Asia
Toxicity
Oil is toxic to cats
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