Catnip
Nepeta cataria
Description: Catnip is a hardy perennial herb loved by cats and gardeners alike. Its soft, gray-green leaves and clusters of delicate lavender flowers add beauty to any garden. Easy to grow and drought-tolerant, Catnip is a versatile plant for herb gardens, pollinator patches, and container arrangements. Whether you’re growing it for your feline friends or its many other benefits, Catnip is a garden classic.
Wildlife Benefits: Catnip’s flowers are a magnet for pollinators, including bees and butterflies, supporting a healthy and diverse garden ecosystem.
Medicinal Benefits: Beyond its appeal to cats, Catnip has been traditionally used to promote relaxation, ease digestive discomfort, and support restful sleep. Its leaves can be brewed into a calming tea or used in tinctures for natural wellness.
Native Status: Native to Europe and Asia, Catnip has become naturalized in the U.S. and thrives in Georgia’s climate.
Pollinator Friendliness: The nectar-rich flowers of Catnip attract pollinators throughout the growing season, making it a beneficial addition to eco-conscious gardens.
Planting Guidelines:
Height: 2–3 feet
Spacing: 18–24 inches
Sun/Shade: Prefers Full Sun but tolerates Partial Shade
How to Grow: Plant Catnip in well-drained soil and water moderately. It thrives in sunny spots and tolerates drought once established. To keep the plant bushy and productive, pinch back stems regularly. If growing for cats, protect young plants until they’re well-established.
Delight your garden and your feline companions with Catnip—a resilient herb that brings beauty, utility, and pollinator support to any space.
Available in 2.5 inch, 4.25 inch (quart) and gallon pots
Nepeta cataria
Description: Catnip is a hardy perennial herb loved by cats and gardeners alike. Its soft, gray-green leaves and clusters of delicate lavender flowers add beauty to any garden. Easy to grow and drought-tolerant, Catnip is a versatile plant for herb gardens, pollinator patches, and container arrangements. Whether you’re growing it for your feline friends or its many other benefits, Catnip is a garden classic.
Wildlife Benefits: Catnip’s flowers are a magnet for pollinators, including bees and butterflies, supporting a healthy and diverse garden ecosystem.
Medicinal Benefits: Beyond its appeal to cats, Catnip has been traditionally used to promote relaxation, ease digestive discomfort, and support restful sleep. Its leaves can be brewed into a calming tea or used in tinctures for natural wellness.
Native Status: Native to Europe and Asia, Catnip has become naturalized in the U.S. and thrives in Georgia’s climate.
Pollinator Friendliness: The nectar-rich flowers of Catnip attract pollinators throughout the growing season, making it a beneficial addition to eco-conscious gardens.
Planting Guidelines:
Height: 2–3 feet
Spacing: 18–24 inches
Sun/Shade: Prefers Full Sun but tolerates Partial Shade
How to Grow: Plant Catnip in well-drained soil and water moderately. It thrives in sunny spots and tolerates drought once established. To keep the plant bushy and productive, pinch back stems regularly. If growing for cats, protect young plants until they’re well-established.
Delight your garden and your feline companions with Catnip—a resilient herb that brings beauty, utility, and pollinator support to any space.
Available in 2.5 inch, 4.25 inch (quart) and gallon pots
Nepeta cataria
Description: Catnip is a hardy perennial herb loved by cats and gardeners alike. Its soft, gray-green leaves and clusters of delicate lavender flowers add beauty to any garden. Easy to grow and drought-tolerant, Catnip is a versatile plant for herb gardens, pollinator patches, and container arrangements. Whether you’re growing it for your feline friends or its many other benefits, Catnip is a garden classic.
Wildlife Benefits: Catnip’s flowers are a magnet for pollinators, including bees and butterflies, supporting a healthy and diverse garden ecosystem.
Medicinal Benefits: Beyond its appeal to cats, Catnip has been traditionally used to promote relaxation, ease digestive discomfort, and support restful sleep. Its leaves can be brewed into a calming tea or used in tinctures for natural wellness.
Native Status: Native to Europe and Asia, Catnip has become naturalized in the U.S. and thrives in Georgia’s climate.
Pollinator Friendliness: The nectar-rich flowers of Catnip attract pollinators throughout the growing season, making it a beneficial addition to eco-conscious gardens.
Planting Guidelines:
Height: 2–3 feet
Spacing: 18–24 inches
Sun/Shade: Prefers Full Sun but tolerates Partial Shade
How to Grow: Plant Catnip in well-drained soil and water moderately. It thrives in sunny spots and tolerates drought once established. To keep the plant bushy and productive, pinch back stems regularly. If growing for cats, protect young plants until they’re well-established.
Delight your garden and your feline companions with Catnip—a resilient herb that brings beauty, utility, and pollinator support to any space.
Available in 2.5 inch, 4.25 inch (quart) and gallon pots