Nepeta racemosa
Catmint, Persian
Description
This plant is drought tolerant once established. It is a sprawling perennial goun cover 6" high and a foot wide, with gray-green foliage. Fragrant purple-blue flowers throughout growing season, useful as a filler and edging plant.
Plant Type
Ground cover, Perennial, Herb
Height Range
1-3'
Flower Color
Blue, Lavender
Flower Season
Summer
Leaf Color
Grey Green, Light Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full
Water
Medium, Extra in Summer
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam
Soil Condition
Average, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
Invasive
Design Styles
English Cottage, Wild Garden
Accenting Features
Fragrance, Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Summer
Location Uses
Perennial Border, Roadside
Special Uses
Mass Planting, Naturalizing
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Mulching and adding compost to soil can minimize evaporation and help soil absorb and store water.