Product description
A versatile deciduous plant with aromatic, mint-scented foliage and flower spikes with long blooming periods. The Nepeta ‘Neptune’ or Catmint, is a dwarf perennial shrub with a hardy and resilient disposition and an upright habit with stems carrying incised, grey-green leaves and terminating with flower spikes at the top bearing clusters of purple-pink, tube-shaped flowers from mid-Summer through to the Autumn. An attractive plant suitable for almost any position in the garden and a great pollinator.
Plant in medium-moisture, well-drained soils and keep in full or partial sun. Grows well in any position and resistant to cold Winter winds and frosts once established.
Please Note: When purchasing plants please consider that each live item is unique and may, therefore, differ from the images shown, which are for illustration purposes only. This plant will be supplied in a grower’s pot.
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.