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Nepeta subsessilis 'Sweet Dreams'

Also Known As

  • Sweet Dreams Japanese Catmint

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 12"-18"
  • W: 18"-30"

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

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Nepeta subsessilis 'Sweet Dreams' plant details

Nepeta subsessilis 'Sweet Dreams' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In fall and summer pink flowers emerge. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average, gritty, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Nepeta subsessilis 'Sweet Dreams'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 18 IN - 30 IN - wide, 12 IN - 18 IN - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in fall and summer
Uses: cutting garden, fragrant, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Nepeta subsessilis 'Sweet Dreams'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat
Soil needs: average, gritty, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Another pretty Catmint! Bright blue with hints of pink 1.5” flowers in clusters atop 18” stems most of the summer…upright clumps spreading 18-24”; Aromatic, olive green, serrated leaves are handsome for this genus. Prefers full sun, average to well drained soils and summer moisture. Lovely in the rock garden, border and the herb garden too! Shear after bloom to extend bloom season. USDA Z4 3” pot
Another of Ma Natures' s great combinations!: clear pink trumpets with deep-burgundy bracts on 18" stems make this Japanese woodland/coastal cliff dweller a beauty; deadhead for re-bloom. Sun-PSh/Med(not dry)

Gardening facts about Nepeta subsessilis 'Sweet Dreams' plant

How to Grow Nepeta subsessilis 'Sweet Dreams'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • pink
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • butterflies
    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Flower Season

    • fall
    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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Zones

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