Notes
Nepeta 'Neptune' is a compact variety of catmint that produces spikes of relatively large lavender-blue flowers amid its grey-green coloured aromatic foliage. As an easy plant to grow, it is pretty tough once established and copes well with sunny positions or those with a touch more shade.
Dimensions
- Pot size: 3L
- Height and Spread: 50cm (1ft 7in) x W: 50cm (1ft 7in) in 2-5 years
Features
Insights
Catmint is thought to have been first cultivated in the Roman town of Nepeti (otherwise known as Nepeta) where it was used as a herbal tea and insect repellent. It's delicious used sparingly in salads and warm soothing teas. Cats often find the scent irresistible, as do butterflies and bees. A wonderful long flowering burst of colour for the garden.
Details
- Flowers: June - October
- Hardy
Planting
- Well drained soil
- South, East or West aspects
- Full sun
Care
Trim mid-summer to encourage further flowering
Scent
Aromatic leaves
Glossary