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Nepeta grandiflora 'Wild Cat'

Also Known As

  • Giant Catmint

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 3'-4'
  • W: 2'

planting zones

  • 5a-10b

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Nepeta grandiflora 'Wild Cat' plant details

Nepeta grandiflora 'Wild Cat' is a broadleaf deciduous, evergreen or semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In spring and summer blue and purple flowers emerge. Attracts butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular - occasional water. Does well in well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Nepeta grandiflora 'Wild Cat'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: deciduous, evergreen or semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT wide, 3 FT - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: blue and purple blooms in spring and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Nepeta grandiflora 'Wild Cat'

USDA Zones: 5a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This new selection won top marks at the Chicago Botanic Garden's Nepeta trials. Compact mound of attractive scented foliage, the freely produced clustered dark violet-blue small tubular flowers erupt from purple calyces which prolong the interest and color. Good drainage, drier.

Gardening facts about Nepeta grandiflora 'Wild Cat' plant

How to Grow Nepeta grandiflora 'Wild Cat'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular - occasional
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • blue
    • purple
  • Wildlife

    • butterflies
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
    • deciduous
    • semi-evergreen

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