Key Facts:
Scientific Name: Nepeta x faassenii ‘Neptune’
Common Name: Neptune Catmint
Family: Lamiaceae (Mint family)
Height: 12-18 inches at maturity
Spread: 18-24 inches
Flower Color: Lavender-blue
Bloom Time: Late spring to early fall
Leaf Color: Gray-green
Growth Habit: Mounded, spreading
Sunlight: Prefers full sun to partial shade
Soil Preference: Well-drained soil; adaptable to various soil types
Water Needs: Low to moderate; drought-tolerant once established
Uses: Garden beds, borders, containers, pollinator gardens
Pest and Disease Resistance: Generally pest-free and disease-resistant
Why You Will Love Neptune Catmint
Neptune Catmint adds a splash of vibrant color and aromatic charm to your garden with its abundant lavender-blue blooms and fragrant foliage. Its long blooming period ensures continuous color from late spring to early fall, while its drought tolerance and low-maintenance nature make it an easy and reliable choice for various garden settings. Ideal for garden beds, borders, and containers, Neptune Catmint attracts pollinators and enhances your outdoor space with its beauty and resilience. Enjoy the delightful flowers and lush foliage of Neptune Catmint, which brings lasting appeal to any garden.
Neptune Catmint
Neptune Catmint is a charming perennial known for its lush foliage and vibrant, long-lasting blooms. This variety of Nepeta x faassenii typically grows 12-18 inches in height and 18-24 inches in spread, making it an excellent choice for garden beds, borders, and containers. The plant features aromatic, gray-green leaves and produces abundant spikes of lavender-blue flowers from late spring to early fall. Neptune Catmint is valued for its prolonged blooming period, drought tolerance, and ability to attract pollinators such as bees and butterflies. It is also known for its low-maintenance nature and resilience.
