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NEPETA racemosa 'Walker's Low'
Commonly known as Catmint, Catnip
Deep violet to lilac-blue flowers. Excellent ground cover in a sunny border. Aromatic green leaves
Plant Details
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Floweringlocal_floristJanlocal_floristFeblocal_floristMarlocal_floristAprlocal_floristMaylocal_floristJunlocal_floristJullocal_floristAuglocal_floristSeplocal_floristOctlocal_floristNovlocal_floristDec
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Good to knowAttractive to insects
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Pests & DiseasesSlugs, possibly powdery mildew in hot summers
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Place of originCaucasus, Turkey, northern Iran
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BlueViolet to lilac blue
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Fully hardy
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Height30cm (12in)
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Spread45cm (18in)
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HerbaceousEarly in the year, typically January till end of March, herbaceous plants might be supplied in 9cm pots to ensure timely despatch.Robust and neat-growing perennial with scalloped leaves 1-3cm (½-1¼in) long with heart-shaped bases. Produces whorled cymes of flowers 1-2cm (½-¾in) long
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Very hardyHardy in the severest continental climates including exposed upland locations in the UK. Plant can withstand temperatures < -20 (-4°F)
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Scented foliage
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Bee friendly
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Mature Size30cm (12in)
45cm (18in)
Planting Tips and Care Advice
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Garden Location/Conditions
BorderSuitable for a mixed or herbaceous border
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Soil Conditions
Fertile moist well-drained soil
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Sun Requirements
Full sunPartial shade
Nepeta - Growing Guide