Catnip

While most gardeners grow catnip for the benefit of their feline buddies, said felines have been known to lay down on top of the plant and pretty much destroy it in one fell swoop. Catnip is otherwise a fairly robust perennial, growing two to three feet tall and wide in a single season, and can become somewhat invasive, given the right conditions. This is not surprising, since it is in the same family as mint, with similar square stems and soft fuzzy leaves. Tomato cages or stakes placed around the plant will help stave off overly enthusiastic cats, and planting catnip in pots will keep it contained. Catnip loves the sun and will become drought-tolerant once established.    
To harvest catnip, shear stems down to the ground after flowering. Hang to dry in a cool dark area. Strip off leaves once dry (usually 2 -3 weeks).  

Common Name: Catnip

Culinary Uses: Dry leaves for cats' enjoyment. May also be used to make a tea for human consumption - purported to help relax/calm, and may help. alleviate cold symptoms

Harvest Time: cut stems as needed; harvest entire plant prior to fall frost

Mature Size: 2 - 3 feet tall and wide

Growth Rate: Fast

Cold Hardiness: -30°

Characteristics:

• Attracts pollinators
• Container Lover
• Deer-resistant
• Drought tolerant once established
• Hanging Basket Lover
• Pet-friendly
• Rabbit-resistant

Light:

• Full Sun
• Afternoon Sun

Structure: Mounding

Photos: Real images, not stock photos

Please Note: When Ground Shipping is selected, plants will be shipped on the following Monday to help maintain the plant quality.