Product description
Nepeta Cat's Pajamas is a dwarf herbaceous, perennial plant with neat and tidy ball-shaped habit. Its foliage is topped by long, dark purple stems with showy spikes of indigo blue flowers and rosy purple calyces. Unlike other varieties of Catmint that only produce flowers at the top of the stems, this wonderful variety produces blooms from the ground to the tips of the stems for increased impact. Long-lasting blooms will start to appear in Spring and will flower right through to Autumn. The bright blue, slightly mint fragranced mounds work very well planted near the front of a border or add in large drifts along a walkway to create a garden space that overflows with colour.
The plant may be cut back before first flowering to promote a more compact size and shear the flower spikes after flowering to encourage a second flowering. Best propagated by division in Spring or Autumns
Please Note: Images are for illustrative purposes only and designed to be a representation of the item(s) being sold. Depending on seasonality, deciduous plants may be supplied in their dormant state and without leaves. Plants may also be pruned back, lower than stated heights, to encourage new growth.
Catmint
Nepeta 'Cat's Pajamas'
Nepeta 'Cat's Pajamas'
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Product description
Nepeta Cat's Pajamas is a dwarf herbaceous, perennial plant with neat and tidy ball-shaped habit. Its foliage is topped by long, dark purple stems with showy spikes of indigo blue flowers and rosy purple calyces. Unlike other varieties of Catmint that only produce flowers at the top of the stems, this wonderful variety produces blooms from the ground to the tips of the stems for increased impact. Long-lasting blooms will start to appear in Spring and will flower right through to Autumn. The bright blue, slightly mint fragranced mounds work very well planted near the front of a border or add in large drifts along a walkway to create a garden space that overflows with colour.
The plant may be cut back before first flowering to promote a more compact size and shear the flower spikes after flowering to encourage a second flowering. Best propagated by division in Spring or Autumns
Please Note: Images are for illustrative purposes only and designed to be a representation of the item(s) being sold. Depending on seasonality, deciduous plants may be supplied in their dormant state and without leaves. Plants may also be pruned back, lower than stated heights, to encourage new growth.
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Garden Plant Size Guide
Plants in larger pots can be multiple years older than their smaller counterparts with more mature root systems and foliage. This makes them able to thrive as a full size plant in your garden quicker than smaller alternatives.
The most common size of pot that garden plants come in are 9cm/1L/3L/5L this is in reference to the diameter at the top of the pot.
9cm potted plants still remain the most popular cost effective option though, they just may take a little patience to allow them to grow into full maturity once planted in your garden.
Plant specs, care guide & tips
Key features
Specifications
When to plant
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Planting and period of interest times are general guidelines and may vary based on your location and conditions. For best results, consult local gardening resources.
Instructions
Top Tip
Trim Nepeta back after its first flowering to encourage a second bloom and maintain its neat shape.
How to Water
Water Nepeta regularly until established, keeping the soil slightly moist. Once established, it is drought-tolerant and requires minimal watering, only during prolonged dry periods.
How to Plant
Plant Nepeta in well-draining soil in a sunny location, although it can tolerate partial shade. Space plants 30-45cm apart. Dig a hole slightly larger than the root ball, place the plant in, backfill with soil, and gently firm. Water thoroughly after planting.
