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NEPETA faassenii 'Kit Cat'
Commonly known as Catmint, Catnip
Compact, less floppy Catmint
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 bees. Trim after flowering to keep plant compact and to encourage a second flowering
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Pests & DiseasesSlugs and possibly powdery mildew in hot summers
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Place of originGarden origin
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Evergreen
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Spikes
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Fully hardy
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SilverSilvery grey-green
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Height30cm (12in)
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Spread60cm (24in)
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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.Dwarf spreading perennial with ovate to lance-shaped, scalloped, hairy aromatic leaves to 3cm (1¼in) long. Produces spikes of flowers to 12mm (½in) 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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Rabbit Resistant
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Mature Size30cm (12in)
60cm (24in)
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