Botanical Interests Catnip Seeds
- Full sun to part shade exposure
- 10-15 days to emerge
- Multi-purpose plant
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Variety
Pale green, soft leaves that emit a characteristic, pungent, minty odor when crushed. Small white or lavender tubular flowers massed at the ends of stems in early to midsummer with scattered blooming through early fall.
- Family: Lamiaceae
- Native: Eurasia
- Hardiness: Hardy perennial in USDA zones 3 and warmer
- Exposure: Full Sun to Part Shade
- Plant Dimensions: 3' Tall and Wide
- Attributes: Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Good for Containers
When to Sow Outside
2 to 4 weeks before your average last frost date. Sow as late as 2M before your average first fall frost date. Optimal soil temperature for germination is 60°-70°F.
When to Start Inside6 to 8 weeks before your average last frost date.
- Days To Emerge: 10-15 Days
- Seed Depth: 1/8"-1/4'
- Seed Spacing: A Group of 3 Seeds Every 12"
- Row Spacing: 36"
- Thinning: When 2" Tall, Thin To 1 Every 12"
Harvesting
Cut stems about 4" from the ground. Tie branches with string or rubber bands and hang upside down in a brown paper bag, in a cat-free, dry location until leaves crumble easily. Keep dried flowers and leaves, discard the stems. Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry location.
Specifications- Type: Conventional Heirloom
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