Nepeta × faassenii, commonly known as catmint, is a robust and free-flowering perennial with aromatic grey-green foliage and masses of lavender-blue flowers from late spring well into summer. This popular plant is ideal for borders, edging and mass planting, where it creates a relaxed, natural look and long-lasting colour. Nepeta × faassenii prefers a sunny position and well-drained soil, is low-maintenance and very hardy. It also attracts bees and butterflies and is highly drought tolerant.
Please note: Plants are living products and may vary from photos and descriptions. Minor imperfections may occur but usually recover once planted in your garden. Our plants are strong and supplied in nursery pots, directly from our partner growers.
At a Glance
- Type: outdoor garden plant
- Height: approx. 10-25 cm
- Pot: Ø9 cm nursery pot
- Care: easy — low maintenance, drought-tolerant
- Delivery: free delivery across Ireland and 24 more EU countries (5–8 working days), covered by our healthy-arrival guarantee
- Sun or shade
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Height
- 0.1-0.5 m
- Spread
- 0.1-0.5 m
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Flowers
- Summer, Autumn
- Fragrance
- Foliage
- Time to maturity
- 2-5 years
- Soil
- Clay, Sandy, Loam, Chalky
- Soil pH
- Acid to alkaline
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- Aspect
- South, West, East
- Hardiness (RHS)
- H7 (to about -20 °C)
Sources: RHS Plant Finder
Ranges come from the RHS Plant Finder and PFAF. They show what each plant tolerates; local conditions vary.
Free delivery, always — on every order across Ireland and the EU 🌿
Typical Delivery Times
Ireland and all EU destinations — 5–8 working days
Delivery times are estimates and may vary based on local conditions.
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