Nepeta 'Kittenaround', 1L
£7.00
notes
The vigorous perennial, Nepeta 'Kitten Around’ is a compact form of the humble catmint, with aromatic silvery green foliage, and, from mid-summer, spikes of small, violet flowers. Forming a low dense mound in the border, or edging a pathway, it makes a great alternative to lavender, its flowers also a magnet for bees. Supplied in a biodegradable pot made from waste coir and natural latex.
Dimensions
- Pot size: 1L
- Eventual Height & Spread: 50cm (1ft 7in) x 50cm (1ft 7in)
Ingredients
LATEX ALLERGY NOTICE: Please note, the fibres in these coir pots are bound together with natural latex.
Features
notes
The vigorous perennial, Nepeta 'Kitten Around’ is a compact form of the humble catmint, with aromatic silvery green foliage, and, from mid-summer, spikes of small, violet flowers. Forming a low dense mound in the border, or edging a pathway, it makes a great alternative to lavender, its flowers also a magnet for bees. Supplied in a biodegradable pot made from waste coir and natural latex.
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 to October
- Hardy
Planting
- Well drained soil
- South, East or West aspects
- Full sun
Care
Trim mid-summer to encourage further flowering
Scent
Aromatic foliage
Glossary
The Summer Garden
