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Catnip

Catnip (Nepeta cataria) is a perennial that thrives in much of North America and is very easy to grow. It has a clump-forming growth habit with square stems and triangular to oval, gray-green leaves with toothed edges that stretch around 3 inches long. Flower spikes appear in the late spring to early fall, bearing clusters of small blooms that are white with light purple markings.
Description from thespruce.com

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Catnip

Catnip fast facts

Scientific Name

Nepeta cataria

Family

Lamiaceae

Garden Type

Container Appropriate, Edible Garden

Wildlife

Birds, Butterflies, Hummingbirds

Native Plant Region

No

Light needs

Full Sun

Water Needs

Dry

Plant Type

Flowering, Perennial

Bloom Color(s)

Pink, White

Height

2 – 5 feet

Width

2 – 5 feet

Months in Bloom

July, August, September

Safe Beneath Power Lines?

Yes
Catnip

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