Catnip (Nepeta cataria) – Heirloom Herb for Pets & Pollinators | Easy to Grow | Non-GMO – 100 Seeds
Loved by cats and bees alike, Catnip (Nepeta cataria) is an easy-to-grow perennial herb with soft, gray-green leaves and spikes of tiny white-to-lavender flowers. While your feline friends will roll in delight, this herb is also a powerful attractant for pollinators like bees and butterflies.
Catnip is a member of the mint family and thrives in most climates with minimal care. It grows quickly in containers or garden beds and can be dried for use in homemade cat toys or calming teas (for humans!). A charming and useful addition to any garden, especially for pet lovers and pollinator fans.
Seed Packet Info:
Botanical Name:Nepeta cataria
Skill Level: Easy – Very forgiving, even in poor soil
Pollinator Friendly: • Attracts bees and butterflies • Great companion plant for vegetable gardens
Planting & Care:
Light: Full sun to part shade
Plant Height: 24–36 inches
Spacing: 12–18" apart
Watering: Low once established – drought tolerant
Soil: Well-drained, average to sandy soil
Frost Tolerance: Hardy perennial in Zones 3–9
To Start:
Zones 3–9: Start indoors 6–8 weeks before last frost or direct sow after frost
Zones 10–11: Sow in fall or early spring for best results
Sow seeds 1/8 inch deep. Germinates in 7–10 days. Pinch growing tips to encourage bushier growth. Harvest before flowering for best potency.
