Catnip and catmint both belong to the genus Nepeta in the mint family. They both have square stems that are typical features of mint plants. And they each produce spikes of tiny, two-lipped flowers ...

This spring, I decided to grow some catnip in our herb garden. We had acquired some terracotta drain pipes off of Craigslist and had been using them as bottomless pots to house some of our more ...

If you’re not growing catmint (Nepeta), why not? You can count on summer-long flowers, mostly blues and lavenders. Deer and rabbits shun the aromatic gray-green foliage. The blossoms are sought out by ...

Bees, butterflies and hummingbirds are the top three guests a healthy garden loves to serve — and of all perennials to have in the garden, Nepeta (also called catmint), is the easiest, most fulfilling ...

It may not be keeping you awake at night, but knowing the difference between catmint vs catnip is helpful and could impact the appearance and enjoyment of your yard. We've asked horticultural and ...

Purrsian Blue catmint blooms for months. If you’re not growing catmint (Nepeta), why not? You can count on summer-long flowers, mostly blues and lavenders. Deer and rabbits shun the aromatic ...

Many gardeners are working hard to secure colourful summer flowers, and growing one perennial plant could bring pink and blue blooms for weeks. With a blend of annuals and perennials, your garden can ...

Nepeta is the scientific name for both catmint and catnip. Catmint (Nepeta X faassenii) is a low growing perennial that is often used at the edge of borders. It has grey green foliage and small ...

Walker’s Low Catmint, Perennial Plant of the Year, is a good companion palnt for early- and late-blooming gardens, according to the nonprofit Perennial Plant Association. Walker’s Low is great for ...