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Persian Catmint

Nepeta Racemosa

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Overview

Nepeta racemosa, commonly known as Persian Ca™int, is an aromatic, perennial herb, showcasing soft lavender-blue flowers on spikes atop grey-green, lance-shaped foliage. Ideal for border fronts and garden pathways, this drought-tolerant plant reaches a mature height and width of 12 to 18 inches. It blooms from late spring to fall, attracting butterflies and bees, while deterring deer. Thrives in full sun to part shade in well-drained soil. Hardy in zones 3 to 8.

Sun FullWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 3–8Climate Temperate
Persian Catmint (Nepeta Racemosa) — commonly known as Persian Ca™int
Persian Catmint (Nepeta Racemosa) — Ideal for border fronts and garden pathwaysPersian Catmint (Nepeta Racemosa) — commonly known as Persian Ca™intPersian Catmint (Nepeta Racemosa) — this drought-tolerant plant reaches a mature height and width of 12 to 18 inchesPersian Catmint (Nepeta Racemosa) — It blooms from late spring to fall, attracting butterflies and bees, while deterring deerPersian Catmint (Nepeta Racemosa) — scientifically known as Nepeta racemosaPersian Catmint (Nepeta Racemosa) — Thrives in full sun to part shade in well-drained soil+35

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones
3–8

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Lamiaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Persian Catmint (Nepeta Racemosa) — showcasing soft lavender-blue flowers on spikes atop grey-green
Persian Catmint (Nepeta Racemosa) — Ideal for border fronts and garden pathways
Persian Catmint (Nepeta Racemosa) — commonly known as Persian Ca™int
Persian Catmint (Nepeta Racemosa) — this drought-tolerant plant reaches a mature height and width of 12 to 18 inches
Persian Catmint (Nepeta Racemosa) — It blooms from late spring to fall, attracting butterflies and bees, while deterring deer
Persian Catmint (Nepeta Racemosa) — scientifically known as Nepeta racemosa
Persian Catmint (Nepeta Racemosa) — Thrives in full sun to part shade in well-drained soil
Persian Catmint (Nepeta Racemosa) — lance-shaped leaves can grow up to 3 inches long
Persian Catmint (Nepeta Racemosa) — This plant typically reaches heights of 12 to 18 inches with a similar spread
Persian Catmint (Nepeta Racemosa) — preferring well-drained soil conditions
Persian Catmint (Nepeta Racemosa) — and along with its blossoms
Persian Catmint (Nepeta Racemosa) — minty fragrance when brushed against
Persian Catmint (Nepeta Racemosa) — the Persian Catmint provides a lengthy season of visual interest
Persian Catmint (Nepeta Racemosa) — and often experiencing a smaller repeat bloom in early fall
Persian Catmint (Nepeta Racemosa) — amending soil with organic matter can provide necessary nutrients
Persian Catmint (Nepeta Racemosa) — For optimal health and appearance
Persian Catmint (Nepeta Racemosa) — When educating a client on this species
Persian Catmint (Nepeta Racemosa) — and ability to add a splash of cool color to their garden tapestry
Persian Catmint (Nepeta Racemosa) — emphasize its ease of care
Persian Catmint (Nepeta Racemosa) — blue and purple flowers in the garden
Persian Catmint (Nepeta Racemosa) — making it not only visually appealing but also practical for a variety of landscape designs
Persian Catmint (Nepeta Racemosa) — commonly known as Persian Ca™int; this drought-tolerant plant reaches a mature height and width of 12 to 18 inches
Persian Catmint (Nepeta Racemosa) — ground cover / herb / perennial for full
Persian Catmint (Nepeta Racemosa) — showcasing soft lavender-blue flowers on spikes atop grey-green; and along with its blossoms

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