The Perennial Plant Association has Catmint (Nepeta) ‘Walker’s Low’ as its 2007 Perennial Plant of the Year. ‘Walker’s Low’ is a versatile, hardy, herbaceous perennial that is terrific for edging, ...

Enjoy the blooms of this low-maintenance perennial year after year. Catmint plant (Nepeta spp.) is one of the prettiest low-maintenance perennials you can grow in your garden. It’s tough as ...

Q: I have a catmint that has grown to be 4 feet by 5 feet and is starting to impede the growth of a 'Knock Out' rose bush. Is this growth typical, and how can I best manage this plant? A ...

They root shallowly so they're an excellent choice to plant around taller perennials or seasonal bulbs like lilies, gladiolas and dahlias. Catmint can also be grown in a container and allowed to ...

leaving only the toughest and most heat-tolerant plants to put on a good show. Catmint is an excellent foraging plant or honeybees. If you love plants that offer up both blooms and a pleasing ...

She had many perennial pets but singled out catmints as “a plant that can hardly be overpraised.” Of course Ms. Jekyll could not have imagined the variety and colors of today’s hybrids when ...

A recent USDA study showed that termites are not likely to tunnel under soil in which catmint grows. Naturally a moat of this plant around a hut or cottage would keep these pests from invading ...

Ideal propagation is in spring or summer, digging part of the plant out with the root intact and replanting it. With proper watering and care, it will thrive and bloom. Catmint has few problems ...

There are three popular variations of catmint: Blue Wonder, Walker’s Low, and Little Titch. Watch this video to learn more about how to care for this lively and easy to care for perennial. News ...

Catmint is one of the prettiest low-maintenance perennials you can grow in your garden. It’s tough as nails and thrives in sand, clay, or rocky soils. It’s just about the perfect plant because ...