Notes
Nepeta nervosa 'Blue Moon' is a compact perennial garden plant, adored for its rich violet-blue flower spikes and aromatic foliage. Flowering generously from early summer, this drought-tolerant gem brings vibrant colour and pollinator friendly charm to borders, gravel gardens, and sunny pots.
Dimensions
- Pot size: 2/3L
- Eventual height and spread: H: 40cm (16in), W: 35cm (14in)
Features
Insights
Unlike many of its sprawling cousins, Nepeta nervosa grows in a tidy, upright mound — ideal for smaller spaces or as a soft edge to paths. 'Blue Moon' is a particularly floriferous variety, selected for its intense colouring and extended blooming season.
Details
- Flowers: June–September
- Hardy
Planting
- Soil: Free draining, light, sandy or chalky
- Aspect: South or west-facing
- Sun levels: Full sun
Care
Cut back after the first flush of flowers to encourage a second bloom. Requires minimal watering once established and thrives in poor soils. Divide in spring if plants become woody at the base.
Glossary
In The August Garden
