| | | Family | Labiatae | | Plant Type | | | Zone | USDA: 4a - 9b RHS: H - FH EGF: H1 - H5 Australia: 1 - 3 | | Care Level | low, easy, suitable for beginners. | | Height | 40 - 50 cm (16 - 20 in) | | Spread | 45 - 60 cm (1.5 - 2 ft) | | Light | full sun | | Soil Moisture | average to moist, well-drained | | Soil Type | clay to sandy | | Soil pH | acidic to alkaline | | | Description | Nepeta nervosa (catmint) bears medium blue blossoms during mid-summer to early autumn. This plant has greyish green foliage. | | Typical Uses | Accent, border, container, cut flowers, dried flowers, edging and mass planting. | | Special Characteristics | Butterflies are attracted to Nepeta nervosa . This plant has a natural ability to resist deer and rabbits, and it is tolerant of drought. | | |