nepeta
Nepeta subsessilis
Cycle:
Herbaceous Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Division,Cutting,Layering Propagation,Seed Propagation,Grafting Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
4 - 8
Flowers:
Violet-blue Flowers
Sun:
Full sun,part shade
Leaf:
Yes
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Low
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Nepeta should be watered when the top 1-2 inches of soil is completely dry. In general, this plant likes soil that is evenly moist but not saturated. Aim to water every 5 to 7 days. If the weather is especially hot, you may need to water more frequently than this. It is best to water in the morning so that the leaves are not left damp overnight.
sunlight
Nepeta (Nepeta subsessilis) thrives in full sunlight and does best when it receives at least 6 hours of direct sunlight every day. As it is native to the Mediterranean region, it is best to provide full sun during the early part of the day from sunrise until around noon when the sun is at its highest and strongest. After mid-day, it is best to provide the plant with some shade to protect it from extreme heat.
pruning
Nepeta subsessilis (hardy catmint) should be pruned regularly. Prune in early spring while the plant is still dormant to remove dead or damaged stems and encourage dense, bushy growth. If your plant is in an area that experiences heavy snowfall, it is best to wait for the snow to melt before pruning. In late summer to early fall, prune back the tips of flowering stems to encourage a fall rebloom.
