Walker's Low Catmint
Nepeta x faassenii
In growth
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In bloom
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Planting Guide
| Spacing | 24-36 in apart |
|---|---|
| Planting depth | Crown at soil level |
| Chilling hours | 1000+ hours |
| Life expectancy | 10+ years |
| Growth rate | Fast |
| Planted | 2023 |
| Bed | To Be Sorted |
Growing Conditions
| Sun | Full Sun |
|---|---|
| Water | Low |
| Soil type | Well-draining, rocky or sandy soil |
| Soil pH | 6.0 - 7.5 |
| Zones | 3-9 |
| Native status | Cultivar |
Appearance
| Type | Perennial |
|---|---|
| Leaf | Ovate (Egg-shaped) |
| Foliage colour | Silvery-green |
| Bloom | Lavender-blue |
| Fruit | Nutlet |
| Evergreen | Herbaceous |
Root System
| System | Fibrous/Adventitious Systems |
|---|---|
| Morphology | Fine Roots (< 2 mm) |
| Function | Absorptive Roots (Lower Orders) |
| Propagation | Division in spring |
Wildlife & Safety
| Attracts | Bees, Butterflies, Hummingbirds |
|---|---|
| Deer | Both |
| Toxicity | Non-toxic |
| Edibility | Inedible |
| Companions | Roses, Coneflowers, Salvia |
Where it came from
| Grower | Monrovia |
|---|---|
| Bought at | Kulak's Nursery |
Care
Shear back after initial bloom to encourage a second flush of flowers.
Maintenance
Very low maintenance. Divide every 3-4 years to maintain vigor.
Cleanup
Leave stems for winter interest; cut back in early spring.
Notes
Named after a garden ('Walker's Low'), not its height. Extremely robust and reliable bloomer.