Nepeta phyllochlamys

Also Known As

Catmint

Plant type

perennial, groundcover

size

H: 6"
W: 12"

planting zones

6a-9b

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Nepeta phyllochlamys plant details

Nepeta phyllochlamys is a broadleaf evergreen perennial groundcover with blue foliage. In spring and summer pink flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in gritty, rocky and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Nepeta phyllochlamys

Plant type: perennial groundcover
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue
Mature size: 12 IN wide, 6 IN tall
Flowers: pink blooms in spring and summer
Uses: rare, rock garden, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Nepeta phyllochlamys

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: gritty, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Beautiful gray rugose mats of foliage, my favorite species the perfect gift for the pussy (oops Nugent mode, none of that purring with the stroke of your hand stuff), cat next door; phyllochlamys is obscure in literature and regrettably rare in cultivation and native to the Mediterranean. ZONE 6