Chartreuse on the Loose nepeta
Nepeta 'Chartreuse on the Loose'
USDA zones3 to 8
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
WaterHandles dry to moderate soil
Size7 to 9 inches tall21 to 24 inches wide
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer, autumn
- Bloom color
- Lavender-blue
- Soil types
- Sand, loam, clay
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Chartreuse on the Loose' nepeta (Nepeta 'Chartreuse on the Loose') is a perennial for borders, containers, cottage gardens, and rock gardens. It is hardy to USDA zone 3, or down to -40°F (-40°C). This plant likes full sun and dry to average, sandy, loamy, or clay soil. Deer and rabbits rarely make it their first choice. It stays 7 to 9 inches tall and spreads 21 to 24 inches wide. Lavender-blue flowers attract butterflies and bees.
Pairs well with Blanket flower, Paprika yarrow, and Blue grama.