Nepeta x faassenii (Walkers Low Catmint)


Botanical Information

FamilyLamiaceae
GenusNepeta
Speciesx faassenii
CategoryPerennials

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone3 - 8
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canadian Hardiness Zone2
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness ZoneH7
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Temperature (°C)-40 to -6
Temperature (°F)-40 - 20
Height40 - 60 cm
Spread50 cm
GrowthFast
Flowering PeriodJune, August, September

Description and Growing Information

LandscapeA perennial herb suited to border edging and mass planting. Attracts butterflies and other pollinators. Plant with Achillea 'Moonshine' or other yellow flowered yarrows.
PropagationBy division of clumps and cuttings.
CultivationFull sun and well drained soil in full sun. Shear spent flower blooms after first flowering to encourage second flush.
Notable SpecimensPerennial Plant of the Year, 2007.
HabitatHorticultural origin.
Flower DescriptionBlue spiked flowers emerging from rose coloured buds with lavender overtones held above the foliage.

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