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NEPETA subsessilis
Commonly known as Catmint, Catnip
Upright perennial with spikes of purple flowers
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 knowProduces larger flowers than other catmints
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Pests & DiseasesSlugs, powdery mildew in dry summers
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Place of originJapan
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DeciduousOvate, hairless, dark green leaves 8-10cm (3-4in) long
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BlueBright blue
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Spikes3cm (1¼in) long
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Fully hardy
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Height90cm (36in)
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Spread30cm (12in)
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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.Clump-forming perennial with erect, unbranched stems.
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Hardy - very cold winterHardy in all of UK and northern Europe. Plant can possibly withstand temperatures down to -20°C (-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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Butterfly friendly
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Mature Size90cm (36in)
30cm (12in)
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 soilPrefers moist, cool soils
Nepeta - Growing Guide