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Catnip (Nepeta cataria)

Catnip (Nepeta cataria)

Catnip, botanically classified as Nepeta cataria, is a fragrant perennial herb best known for its stimulating effect on cats. These plants are grown in-house by Urbane Eight using seeds from West Coast Seeds, ensuring healthy growth and strong aromatic oils. Catnip contains nepetalactone, a natural compound that many cats find irresistible, making this plant a popular choice for pet households as well as herb gardens.

In addition to its appeal for cats, catnip has a long history of use in herbal teas and traditional remedies. The plant features soft, grey-green leaves and small white flowers when mature. It grows quickly, responds well to harvesting, and is well suited for container growing indoors or outdoors during the growing season.

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Small - 4"/ 10cm Diameter

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Sun Requirements ▾

Bright light is ideal for catnip. It thrives in bright indirect light and can tolerate direct sun, particularly when grown outdoors. When planted outside, catnip performs best in full sun to partial shade. Insufficient light may result in slower growth and reduced aroma.

Watering Instructions ▾

Watering should be done when the top portion of the soil begins to dry out. Catnip prefers moderately moist soil but does not tolerate waterlogged conditions. Allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings helps prevent root rot. During periods of active growth or warmer weather, watering frequency may increase.

Care Tips ▾

Catnip prefers a bright environment with good airflow and stable conditions. It performs best in a well-draining soil that does not remain overly wet, as excess moisture can lead to root issues. Regular trimming helps maintain a compact shape and encourages fresh, tender growth. Catnip is a resilient plant and tolerates a range of growing conditions once established. Catnip can be grown outdoors once the risk of frost has passed. It performs well in garden beds or containers with well-draining soil and good sun exposure. Leaves can be harvested as needed by cutting stems above a leaf node, which encourages continued growth. Harvesting before flowering helps maintain the strongest aroma. Regular harvesting supports a fuller, healthier plant.
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