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Catnip

Herb

Nepeta cataria

Overview
Cat-attracting perennial with gray-green leaves and white flowers. Markets for catnip include cat toy crafters, herbal tea companies, and retail plant sales. Flowers are very attractive to bees.
Planting
Start indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost, transplant after frost danger; or direct sow in spring after soil warms
Growing
Sun: partial. Water: low. Soil: Well-drained, tolerates poor to moderate soil; prefers lean conditions. Space plants 18" apart. Germination: 7-14 days.
Pests & diseases
Common pests: Rarely affected; occasional spider mites or aphids under stress. Common diseases: None significant; exceptionally disease-resistant.