Nepeta racemosa 'Blue Wonder' typically starts flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.
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Nepeta racemosa 'Blue Wonder'
Nepeta racemosa 'Blue Wonder' is a striking perennial with fresh grey-green foliage and blue flowers that bloom from late spring to early summer. These small, up to 4 inches round flowers are hardy, drought-resistant, and highly fragrant, attracting pollinators to the garden. Long-lasting even in the hottest of days, 'Blue Wonder' makes a great choice for beds, borders, containers, and pollinator gardens. Stand back and admire this heat-tolerant bloomer for its bluish stems, delicate leaves, and sweet-smelling blooms!
Cycle:
Herbaceous Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Division,Cutting,Layering Propagation,Seed Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
3 - 8
Flowers:
Dark blue Flowers
Sun:
Full sun,part shade
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Low
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Nepeta racemosa 'Blue Wonder' should be watered once per week. Make sure the soil is moist but not wet. If the soil begins to look dry before a week has passed, give it a little more water. Too much water can cause the plant to become susceptible to rot. When it comes to watering, it is better to underwater rather than overwater, so keep an eye on the soil moisture to ensure your plant is getting the right amount of water.
sunlight
Nepeta (Nepeta racemosa 'Blue Wonder') should receive at least 4-6 hours of direct sunlight a day. The best time of day for sunlight will be in the morning, from sunrise to mid-morning. If planted in direct sunlight, midday sun should be avoided as too much heat can cause the plant to become stressed. Avoid long phases of direct sunlight in the afternoon, especially during the summer period. During the winter or in cooler climates, Nepeta may tolerate more direct sunlight in the afternoon.
pruning
Nepeta (Nepeta racemosa 'Blue Wonder') should be pruned in late spring or early summer after blooming. Prune away any dead or damaged stems, and thin out the stems that are too thick to allow better air circulation and the development of new flowers. Trim back the longest stems to encourage a bushier shape and ensure a good crop of flowers the following year. It is also recommended that plants be divided every 3 to 4 years to help keep them healthy.
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Starts Flowering
Starts Flowering
Nepeta racemosa 'Blue Wonder' typically starts flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.
