nepeta
Nepeta betonicifolia
USDA zones5 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterHandles dry to moderate soil
Size12 to 24 inches tall12 to 24 inches wide
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer, autumn
- Bloom color
- Blue
Notes
Nepeta (Nepeta betonicifolia) is a perennial for borders, rock gardens, and dry beds. It is hardy to USDA zone 5, or down to -20°F (-29°C). This plant likes full or part sun and dry to average soil. It grows 12 to 24 inches tall and wide, with blue flowers in late spring, summer, and autumn. It sits low on the menu for deer. It also tolerates drought once established.
Pairs well with Silver sage, Blue fescue, and Goldenrod.
Native range
Caucasus.