Catmint (Nepeta × faassenii) is a durable, long-blooming perennial widely valued for its soft, informal texture and exceptional adaptability in the landscape. Its spikes of lavender-blue flowers appear in late spring and often continue through summer, especially when lightly sheared after the first flush of bloom. The aromatic, gray-green foliage adds additional ornamental interest and is highly resistant to deer and rabbits. Catmint thrives in full sun and well-drained soils, performing particularly well in dry or challenging sites where other perennials may struggle. Its relaxed, mounding habit makes it ideal for edging, mass plantings, pollinator gardens, and cottage-style landscapes. With minimal care requirements and extended bloom time, catmint is a reliable choice for both residential and public plantings.
Plant Description
Common Name(s): Walker’s Low Catmint
Genus: Nepeta
Species: × faassenii
Cultivar: 'Walker's Low'
Plant Requirements
Plant Type: Herbaceous Perennial
Zones (1–13): 3–8
Light Needs: Full Sun
Water Needs: Dry
Available Space To Plant: 12 in – 3 ft
Height: 2–4 ft
Spread: 3–4 ft
Maintenance: Low
Plant Characteristics
Flower Characteristics: Showy, Fragrant
Bloom Color: Lavender
Bloom Time: Spring, Summer
Leaf Color: Grey/Silver
Attracts Wildlife: Bees, Butterflies
Plants that Tolerate: Deer, Drought, Clay soil
Uses: Ground cover, Naturalize