Catmint 'Cat's Meow'

Scientific Name: Nepeta x faassenii

Common Name: Catmint

Hardiness Zone: 3–8

Hardiness Degree: -40°C (-40°F)

Blooming Season: Late Spring to Early Fall

Plant Habit: Compact, Mounded

Characteristics: Dense, tidy mound of aromatic, gray-green foliage with a long-lasting display of periwinkle blue flowers; highly attractive to pollinators; deer and rabbit resistant; drought tolerant once established; excellent for edging, borders, and rock gardens

Water: Low to Moderate; prefers well-drained soil and is drought tolerant once established

Fertilize: Light feeding in spring with compost or a balanced fertilizer

Spacing: 18–24 inches

Height: 17–20 inches

Width: 24–30 inches

Exposure: Full Sun