Catnip, catmint
Nepeta cataria
- Irresistible to cats!
- Make your own catnip toys
Details
Catnip, nepeta cataria, is a mint variety that cats love! Dry the leaves to make your own catnip toys or sprinkle dried leaves around and watch them go crazy! Will self-sow easily, so put in an area where you don't mind new plants coming up the following season.
Likes Similar Sun/Shade
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Type:
Annual
Herb
Sun/Shade:
Full Sun to Full Shade
Hardiness Zone:
3 - 9
Height:
12-36 inches
Spread:
20-30 inches
Benefits:
Fragrant
Deer Resistant
Rabbit Resistant
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