Nepeta racemosa
Persian Catmint
Description
This plant is drought tolerant once established. It is a sprawling perennial goun cover 6" high and a foot wide, with gray-green foliage. Fragrant purple-blue flowers throughout growing season, useful as a filler and edging plant.
Sun
Full
Water
Medium, Extra in Summer
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam
Soil Condition
Average, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
Invasive
Mulching and adding compost to soil can minimize evaporation and help soil absorb and store water.