Catmint 'Nepeta Mussinii'
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Perfect for Sunny Gardens
Catmint 'Nepeta Mussinii' (Nepeta mussinii), offered by OSC Seeds
Nepeta 'Mussinii' grows in charming low mounds topped with violet flower spikes reaching 30 cm in height. Each plant can spread up to 40 cm wide. Easy to grow and capable of blooming in its first year, this hardy perennial attracts cats and pollinators. However, it can become aggressive without containment. Perfect for sunny borders and garden edges.
Spread: Up to 40 cm
Plant height: 30 cm
Packet size: Approx. 400 seeds
Companion plants: Lavender, thyme, echinacea
Incompatible plants: Peppermint
How to Grow:
For first-year blooming, start seeds indoors in February in a soilless mix. Lightly cover seeds and maintain 20 °C for a 10-day germination period. Grow under lights at cooler temperatures before hardening off and transplanting outdoors after the last frost. Seeds can also be directly sown in the garden from late April to early May. Space plants 25 cm apart in a sunny location, though partial shade is tolerated. Hardy to zone 4.
Catmint 'Nepeta Mussinii' is a vibrant addition to gardens, offering color, texture, and a natural draw for cats and pollinators alike.
