Nepeta grandiflora 'Dawn to Dusk'

Also Known As

Dawn to Dusk Pink Catmint

Plant type

perennial, herb

size

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

planting zones

4a-9b

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Nepeta grandiflora 'Dawn to Dusk' plant details

Nepeta grandiflora 'Dawn to Dusk' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial herb with green foliage. In fall and summer pink flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular - occasional water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Nepeta grandiflora 'Dawn to Dusk'

Plant type: perennial herb
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in fall and summer
Uses: cutting garden, fragrant, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Nepeta grandiflora 'Dawn to Dusk'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Lovely grey-green foliage in mounds topped by an almost continuous supply of pink-mauve flowers. Traditional under-planting for roses but also great with Alchemilla and Euphorbia . Shear nepetas in July for a lovely reflush of fresh foliage and flowers to continue into fall.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

An open, mounding selection with pink flowers surrounded by a smoky violet calyx. Plants bloom from June to September and grow to 30" tall with an equal spread. Hardy to 0 °F.

By: Native Sons

An exciting color break!... longer spikes of larger flowers in two lovely tones of rose produce a profusion of color on 2-3' stalks ALL summer: June-October. Sun/Med-Dry/GDr