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Catnep, Lemon Scented (Nepeta cataria)

Name: Catnep, Lemon Scented (Nepeta cataria)
SKU: 558
Price: 2.40 GBP
Availability: OutOfStock

Perennial

Aromatic

Attracts Bees and Butterflies

Medicinal

Height: 2 -3 feet
Aspect: Sun
Soil Type: Free Draining
Uses: Teas and even with a Lemon scent the cats seem to like it!
Care: Herbaceous - cut back in autumn
Usually available: All year
Pot size supplied: Grown in a 10 cm (4 inch) pot
Hardiness: LEVEL 1 - see 'Description' tab below

Description:

Catnep, Lemon Scented (Nepeta cataria)

Catnep, Lemon Scented – Nepeta cataria

Catnep, Lemon Scented – Nepeta cataria is a new form of catnep with foliage that has a zesty lemon scent. Apparently just as popular with our feline friends!

A hardy perennial with a spread of 60cm. Grow in a sunny spot in well drained soil. Pungent aromatic leaves with a scent of lemon. Pale pink flowers in summer that are also attractive to bees and other pollinators. Cut back after flowering.

Nepeta cataria has many uses medicinally, but nowadays used less so. Stuff dry leaves into toy mice for cats and kittens.

£2.40

Out of stock

Categories: Perennial, Aromatic, Bees and Butterflies, Medicinal Tags: beeplant, C, cat, flowers, lemon

Product Description

This plant is grown in a 4″ (10cm) pot. It is ready to be placed (weather permitting) into it’s final position. You will receive an instruction label which gives you further cultural instructions.

Note: If the Plant is in season but not in stock it may be available in small quantities. please contact us for stock. Read more on availability here

This plant is LEVEL 1 – Fully hardy UK wide

These levels are determined by Norfolk Herbs and are to be used simply as a guide. Our levels go from 1 (fully hardy) to 6 (requires a heated environment over winter).

Additional information

Weight	0.5 kg
Height	2 – 3 Foot
Life Cycle	Perennial
Colour	Whites and Creams
Ideal for Bee & Butterfly	Yes
Medicinal	Medicinal
Planting Position	Full Sun
Herbs for Tea	Yes
Ideal for Tubs & Containers	No
Culinary Herbs	Drinks
Scented	Fruity
Herb Group	Other
A-Z	C
Width / Spread	2-3 feet