• Close-up of a white catnip flower cluster with purple spots and fuzzy green leaves.
  • Close-up of fresh, green catnip leaves on square stems in a garden setting.
  • Close-up of heart-shaped, textured green catnip leaves with serrated edges and small white flowers.
  • Close-up of dried catnip seeds and leaves with several light-colored, oval seeds visible.
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About the Variety

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Key Features

Heat Tolerant
Drought Tolerant
Prefers Lean Soil
Container Friendly
Attracts Bees
Attracts Butterflies
Fragrant
Fast Growing
Easy to Grow
Perfect for Dried Flowers
Perfect for Xeriscaping
Medicinal
Edible
Reduces Erosion
Deer Resistant
Rodent Resistant
Rabbit Resistant
Deters Insects

Plant Details

BOTANICAL NAME

Nepeta cataria

LIFE CYCLE

  • Perennial

LIGHT REQUIREMENT

  • Full Sun

DAYS TO MATURITY

  • 80 to 90 days

GROWTH HABIT

  • Bush

PLANT TYPE

  • Bush

COLOR

  • Green

Catnip—also called Catmint or True Catnip—is a perennial herb that is native to parts of Europe, Asia, and Africa. Plant catnip seeds inside or outdoors in full sun or partial shade. As the name implies, catnip is ideal for making cats happy and frisky, but it can also be used to flavor teas or to enjoy as an aesthetic element in the garden. Its purple blooms attract pollinators. Everyone loves it!

  • • Tall-growing heirloom perennial
  • • Easy to grow, indoors or out
  • • Favored by cats, Catnip is also used to flavor teas

Planting Information

PLANTING SEASON

  • Spring

SOWING METHOD

  • Direct Sow
  • Start Indoors

PLANTING DEPTH

  • 1/8 inch

WATER NEEDS

  • Average

PLANT SPACING

  • 18 to 24 inches

HARDINESS ZONES

  • 3
  • 4
  • 5
  • 6
  • 7
  • 8
  • 9

SEED PREP

  • Requires Light

COVERAGE

Amount Avg Seed Count Recommended Coverage
Packet 732 Up to 30 Sq. Ft
1 Ounce 41,501 Up to 250 Sq. Ft
5 Pounds 3,320,080 Up to 20,000 Sq. Ft

Planting Guide

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Catnip Seeds FAQs

What is Catnip also known as?

Catnip is also known as Catswort and Catwort.

Is Catnip resistant to animals or disease?

Catnip is deer resistant, meaning deer generally avoid it due to its taste, texture, or aroma.

What type of seed is Catnip?

Catnip is classified as heirloom seed and open pollinated seed.

What is the flavor profile of Catnip?

Catnip has a flavor profile described as minty, slightly bitter, and pungent aroma.

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