Nepeta faassenii
Catmint provides abundant clouds of light blue-purple blooms for many weeks. Extremely hardy, needs minimal maintenance, and is an excellent alternative to lavender.
Growing Guide & Production Protocols
Cultivation & Growing Guidelines
Nepeta faassenii, commonly known as ‘catmint’, is a popular, low-maintenance perennial valued for its aromatic, gray-green foliage and long-lasting spikes of lavender-blue flowers. A member of the Lamiaceae family, it thrives in full sun and well-drained soils, showing excellent heat and drought tolerance once established. eliable in propagation with quick sticking and uniform rooting in well-drained media. Moderate moisture and balanced feeding encourage dense foliage and extended bloom, while PGR is rarely required thanks to its naturally compact, mounded habit. This perennial is valued for its fragrant gray-green leaves and long-lasting lavender-blue flowers.
With its soft texture and mounding habit, Nepeta is perfect for edging, mass plantings, and pollinator-friendly gardens, often attracting bees and butterflies while deterring deer and rabbits.
For more detailed growing tips – such as sticking guidelines, recommended PGRs, and scheduling protocols – check out our Nepeta faassenii Growing Tips.
Common Production Base Specs
Core agronomic requirements applying across all Nepeta faassenii series.
| Crop Type | Bedding - Perennials |
|---|---|
| Growing Guide & Production Protocols | Nepeta faassenii, part of the Lamiaceae family, is known for its soft, silvery-gray foliage and abundant spikes of lavender-blue flowers. This herbaceous perennial thrives in full sun, well-drained, average to dry soil. With superb drought tolerance and deer resistance, Nepeta faassenii blooms from early summer to early fall, making it a favorite for border fronts, rock gardens, and perennial pairings that need low-maintenance, hazy blue color. |
| Cultivation & Groweing guidelines | Establish early at 65-68°F (18-20°C) to bulk. If bulking for spring sales, many varieties benefit from dropping temperatures to 40-50°F (4-10°C) for vernalization. pH 5.8-6.2, EC 1.0-1.5, feed 100-150 ppm N. Allow media to dry moderately between waterings to encourage deep root systems. Fungicide drench recommended at transplant. |
| Growth Habit | Mounded / Spreading |
| PGR Requirements | Minimal to Moderate |
| Recommended Formats | Gallons, Landscape |
| Flowering Season | Early Summer to Autumn |
Commercial Nepeta faassenii Series Overview
Danziger offers a specialized Nepeta faassenii lineup, with each series bred for specific growth habits and production goals. Danziger offers different series within this crop:
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