Nepeta subsessilis 'Candy Cat'
Also Known As
- Candy Cat Japanese Catmint
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 18"-30"
- W: 18"-30"
planting zones
- 5a-8b
Nepeta subsessilis 'Candy Cat' plant details
Nepeta subsessilis 'Candy Cat' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer pink and purple flowers emerge. Attracts butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Nepeta subsessilis 'Candy Cat'
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: lamiaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 18 IN - 30 IN - wide, 18 IN - 30 IN - tall
- Flowers: pink and purple blooms in summer
- Uses: cutting garden, fragrant, xeric
GROWING CONDITIONS for Nepeta subsessilis 'Candy Cat'
- USDA Zones: 5a - 8b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: regular
- Resistant to: deer
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Forestfarm
Gardening facts about Nepeta subsessilis 'Candy Cat' plant
How to Grow Nepeta subsessilis 'Candy Cat'
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- pink
- purple
Wildlife
- butterflies
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 2'-3'
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Size
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- sun
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Plant Type
Perennial, Herb
Zones
6a-9b
Size
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Width: 20"-30"
- sun
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 20"-30"
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