Nepeta grandiflora (Caucasus Catnip)

Nepeta grandiflora (Caucasus Catnip) purple flower and green leaves plant, medium top angle.
Nepeta grandiflora (Caucasus Catnip) purple flower clusters above a dense layer of green leaves.

Botanical name: Nepeta grandiflora

Common name: Caucasus Catnip

Family: Lamiaceae

Origin: Asia

USDA Zone: 4-7

Small plant 2-5 ftPlant form: Small
Plant mature sizeMature height: 2-5 ft
Full sunSemi-shadeSun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor; semi-shade
Subtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short timeCold tolerance: Tolerates light freezing to about 30°F for short periods (mature plants). Young plants must be protected.
Watering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryWatering: Moderate
Pink flowersBlue, lavender, purple flowersFlower color: Pink; blue, lavender, purple
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Fragrant plantFragrance: Fragrant; perfume plant
Plant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsWildlife: Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds

Nepeta grandiflora is a beautiful strong growing Catmint with sprays of soft blue flowers set off by sea-green foliage. Nepeta is an ideal perennial for new gardeners. Plant it at the front of the border, edging a path, so that you can catch the full scent from its aromatic leaves.

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Nepeta grandiflora (Caucasus Catnip) purple flower cluster above textured green leaves
Nepeta grandiflora (Caucasus Catnip) with spikes of purple flowers rising above serrated green foliage


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