Nepeta racemosa
Also Known As
- Nepeta reichenbachiana
- Cat Mint
- Catmint
- Catnip
Plant type
shrub, perennial
size
- H: 12"-36"
- W: 18"-36"
planting zones
- 5a-10b
Nepeta racemosa plant details
Nepeta racemosa is a broadleaf deciduous or semi-evergreen perennial shrub with green foliage. In fall, spring and summer blue flowers emerge. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in gritty, lean and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Nepeta racemosa
- Plant type: perennial shrub
- Plant family: lamiaceae
- Foliage: deciduous or semi-evergreen green
- Mature size: 18 IN - 36 IN - wide, 12 IN - 36 IN - tall
- Flowers: blue blooms in fall, spring and summer
- Uses: compact, mounding
GROWING CONDITIONS for Nepeta racemosa
- USDA Zones: 5a - 10b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
- Resistant to: deer, heat
- Soil needs: gritty, lean and well-drained
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Gardening facts about Nepeta racemosa plant
How to Grow Nepeta racemosa
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- adaptable
- lean
- well-drained
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- blue
Wildlife
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- fall
- summer
- spring
Foliage Season
- deciduous
- semi-evergreen
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Scientific Name: Nepeta 'Balneplud'
aka Nepeta 'Blue Prelude', Prelude™ Blue Catmint
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
5a-9b
Size
Height: 2'-3'
Width: 2'-3'
- sun - bright shade
- even moisture - occasional
aka Nepeta faassenii 'Limelight', Limelight Catmint
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
6a-9b
Size
Height: 6"-8"
Width: 24"-32"
- sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
aka Blue Lagoon Dwarf Catmint
Plant Type
Perennial, Herb
Zones
6a-9b
Size
Height: 4"-8"
Width: 16"-24"
- sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
aka Nepeta yunnanensis 'Blue Dragon', Blue Dragon Nepeta
Plant Type
Perennial, Herb
Zones
6a-9b
Size
Height: 24"-36"
Width: 20"-30"
- sun
- regular - drought tolerant
aka Nepeta faassenii 'Purple Haze PP', Purple Haze Catmint
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
6a-10b
Size
Height: 4"-10"
Width: 20"-30"
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - drought tolerant
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