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Catnip

Specialty Herbs · Catnip

Open Pollinated

Nepeta cataria

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Lamiaceae (Mint family) · Genus: Nepeta

Characteristics

Color
Green
Flavor
Citrus / Lemon
Intended Use
Tea

About the Plant

Life Cycle
Perennial zone 3+
Annual below
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Hardiness
Cool-Season/Hardy
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Exposure
Full Sun
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Moisture
Dry Out Between Waterings
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Germination
7–14 days
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Days to Maturity
70–85 days
Plant Height
1 1/2–2 ft

How to Plant

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Start Indoors
6-8 Weeks Before Last Frost
Transplant
2-4 Weeks Before Last Frost
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Direct Sow (Spring)
2-4 Weeks Before Last Frost
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Direct Sow (Fall)
2-4 Weeks Before First Frost
Planting Depth
1/8–1/4 in
Seed Spacing
1–2 in
Row Spacing
18–24 in
Thin To
12–20 in
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Container Friendly
Yes
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Optimal Soil Temp
70–80 °F
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Air Temp
-30 °F

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