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Nepeta stewartiana is a rare perennial catnip that forms tall stems, which are covered in early summer with small, delicately dark purple/blue flowers with unusual speckled throats.
The flowers are similar to those of Nepeta clarkei – they are bicolored and prominent lipped, though they are a darker purple/blue and the white inside is speckled!
The leaves are similar to the rest of the Nepeta family – crinkled, grey-green leaves, aromatic when crushed.
The stems are square in section and hairy near the base.
This has given the whole genus the nickname “catnip,” though the one with greater powers is the sister Nepeta cataria.
👩🌾GARDENING TIPS👩🌾:
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- Himalayan Catmint, like other Nepeta species, is perfect for a low-maintenance garden that embraces nature.
- Very hardy, this species enjoys sunlight but dislikes overly dry soils, making it a true mountain dweller.
- Continuous blooming is encouraged by removing spent flowers.
- Make sure your soil is well draining, because while catnip can handle drought and frost – it cannot handle soggy roots!
The Tale:
This cultivar is new to cultivation which makes it a rare find.
We have purchased our seeds from Plant World Seeds where they were collected on the recent Alpine Garden Society China Expedition.
Why is it called catnip? The nepetalactone contained in some species of the genus Nepeta binds to the olfactory receptors of cats, usually causing temporary euphoria that makes them roll and shudder with pure joy.
Other Names:
Himalayan Catmint
Stewart’s Catmint
Origin:
Pakistan, Kashmir, north-western India, and Tibet
| Weight | 0,2 kg |
|---|---|
| Flower Color | Blue, Purple |
| Flowering | June, July |
| Exposure | Full Sun |
| Frost Tolerance | -20°C to -25°C |
| Soil | Cool, Dry |
| Size | 0.6m H x 0.6m W |
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