Catnip Nepeta Cataria Seeds – Perennial Herb for Bonsai and Garden

Overview

Catnip (Nepeta cataria), also known as Catmint, is a fragrant, perennial herb from the mint family. It’s adored by cats and admired by gardeners for its soft gray-green foliage and small lavender-white blooms. This easy-to-grow herb serves as both an ornamental and a functional plant—repelling pests and attracting beneficial pollinators. Perfect for bonsai, containers, or garden borders.

Key Features

• Aromatic herb that naturally attracts cats

• Beautiful perennial foliage with soft, gray-green leaves

• Fast-growing and easy to maintain

• Repels common garden pests naturally

• Ideal for bonsai training, pots, or garden beds

• Non-GMO and open-pollinated variety

• Attracts bees, butterflies, and beneficial insects

Specifications

• Botanical Name: Nepeta cataria

• Common Name: Catnip, Catmint

• Plant Type: Perennial Herb

• Growth Habit: Upright, bushy

• Height: 18–36 inches

• Spread: 12–24 inches

• Sun Exposure: Full sun to partial shade

• Soil Type: Well-drained, average soil

• pH Level: 6.1–7.8

• Watering: Moderate; drought-tolerant once established

• Zones: 3–9

• Season: Spring to Fall

• Days to Germination: 7–14 days

• Days to Maturity: 75–90 days

• Heirloom: Yes

• GMO Status: Non-GMO

• Perennial/Annual: Perennial

• Uses: Herbal teas, pest repellent, cat enrichment, ornamental garden

Planting Guide

1. Sowing Time: Start indoors 6–8 weeks before the last frost or sow directly outdoors after frost.

2. Sowing Depth: Sow seeds 1/8 inch deep.

3. Spacing: 12–18 inches apart between plants.

4. Light Requirements: Prefers full sunlight for strong aroma and growth.

5. Watering: Keep soil moist during germination, then water moderately once plants establish.

6. Harvesting: Harvest leaves and flowers once plants reach 12 inches tall; dry them for teas or cat treats.