Nepeta cataria var. citriodora

Also Known As

Nepeta cataria 'Citriodora'
Nepeta x f. citriodora
Lemon Catmint
Lemon Scented Cat Mint

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 2'-3'
W: 2'-3'

planting zones

3a-10b

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Nepeta cataria var. citriodora plant details

Nepeta cataria var. citriodora is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In spring and summer blue, lavender and white flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Does well in well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Nepeta cataria var. citriodora

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: blue, lavender and white blooms in spring and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Nepeta cataria var. citriodora

USDA Zones: 3a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - low

Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Nepeta cataria 'Citriodora' - a mounding perennial for sunny area..cats love it...lemon scented foliage

By: Accents for Home and Garden

Love cats? Plant this lemony form of catnip with gray green leaves both minty and lemony. Grows to 3' tall x 3' wide making a nice patch and worthy garden addition. Can be dried or used fresh for feline or human ecstasy. Produces white flowers in mid to late summer. Enjoys full sun and little summer water once established. Frost hardy to -40 °F, USDA zone 3.