Nepeta govaniana

Also Known As

Yellow Catmint

Plant type

perennial, herb

size

H: 4'-6'
W: 3'-4'

planting zones

7b-10b

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Nepeta govaniana plant details

Nepeta govaniana is a broadleaf deciduous perennial herb with green foliage. In summer yellow flowers emerge. Attracts bees, beneficial insects and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with bright shade - shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Nepeta govaniana

Plant type: perennial herb
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 3 FT - 4 FT - wide, 4 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in summer
Uses: container plant, long-blooming, unique, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Nepeta govaniana

USDA Zones: 7b - 10b
Sun exposure: bright shade - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Nepeta govaniana, which comes from Kashmir, is unlike most catmints in that it will only thrive in a cool, moist (but not soggy) place, and prefers protection from hot sun. It is an upright, loosely graceful herbaceous perennial that can reach 4-6' tall, and--once again going against the grain for a catmint--it has open sprays of large, pale yellow blooms during summer through fall. It does have one significant trait in common with its relatives: the birds, butterflies, and bees will love it! Minimum temperature: -5 °F