Catmint Seeds
Nepeta Mussinii
Lilac catmint flowers sitting on soft grey-green mounds of foliage.
Catmint is an attractive perennial for garden beds and containers that will flower from early summer.
- Pot Fans
- Pollinator-Friendly
- Most Light Conditions
- Hardy Perennial
- Ideal ease for new gardeners.
- Softens the edge of a bed quickly.
- Very attractive to pollinators (and cats)
- Really fast to grow and thrives in garden containers.
Delivered within 2-5 working days via our standard delivery
Standard Delivery
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Express Delivery
You can also send this item the next day, just place the order before 11 am and we'll get it sent out the same day to arrive the following day.
Gifting
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If you’re worried about your delivery or have any other questions please get in touch at [email protected] and one of our team will come back to you as soon as we can.
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- Ideal ease for new gardeners.
- Softens the edge of a bed quickly.
- Very attractive to pollinators (and cats)
- Really fast to grow and thrives in garden containers.
Delivered within 2-5 working days via our standard delivery
Standard Delivery
For standard delivery, we’ll work with our delivery partners to ensure you receive your delivery within 2-5 working days.
Express Delivery
You can also send this item the next day, just place the order before 11 am and we'll get it sent out the same day to arrive the following day.
Gifting
Want to send this as a gift? We can include a handwritten note, just add what you'd like to write at checkout.
If you’re worried about your delivery or have any other questions please get in touch at [email protected] and one of our team will come back to you as soon as we can.
For more information on our shipping services, have a look at our FAQs.
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Plant Details
About Catmint 'Nepeta Mussinii'
Not to be confused with the white flowering Catnep, Catmint 'Nepeta Mussinii' comes from the town Nepete in Italy, where Catmint was cultivated.
Veteran gardeners know it well for Catmint Nepeta's versatility in the garden, it goes really well with roses and is a popular choice to add a softening effect on hard edges.
In The Records
The name Nepeta is derived from the Etruruan city of Neptic where the pant was popular to grow in the garden. The plant binds to the olfactory receptors of cats giving them a temporary feeling of euphoria.
| Features | Perfect for pots, pollinator friendly, loved by cats and hardy |
|---|---|
| Locations | Window box, balconies, containers and garden beds |
| Effort Level | Looks after itself |
| Botanical Name | Nepeta Mussinii |
| Other Names | Garden catmint, Mirrinminttu + Faassen's Catmint. |
| Plant Type | Perennial |
| Pot Size | 45 cm |
| Pet/Baby Safe | Non-toxic |
| Number of Seeds | 150 |
| Sowing Tips | Scatter seeds onto firm, well-drained soil. Lightly cover, keep hydrated and place in a warm sunny spot. |