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Varieties We Bring In
Nova Blue
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We received some Catmint on Sep 18, 2026.
We bring this in seasonally, so what is on the lot changes week to week. A received date shows when it last came in, not that it is here today.
Call (904) 471-0440 to confirm this plant and size before you make the trip.
Last received Sep 18, 2026.
We bring this in seasonally, so what is on the lot changes week to week. A received date shows when it last came in, not that it is here today.
Call (904) 471-0440 to confirm this plant and size before you make the trip.
Pet toxicity: not on file, check before planting where pets chew
Pet safety guideAbout Catmint
Catmint (Nepeta × faassenii) is a compact, aromatic perennial with gray-green foliage and prolific spikes of lavender-blue flowers beloved by bees and butterflies. Hardy through Zone 9b with excellent drainage and afternoon shade, it performs as a low-water, pollinator-friendly border plant in NE Florida.
Plant details
- Bloom Season
- Spring, Summer
- Growth Rate
- Moderate
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Soil
- Sandy, Loam, Well-drained
Care essentials
Plant in full sun with afternoon shade in NE Florida's intense summer heat. Excellent drainage is critical — high humidity makes this plant susceptible to root rot in wet soils.
Drought tolerant once established; water during the first season to establish roots. In NE Florida's rainy season, ensure well-drained soil to prevent pythium root rot — the primary threat in humid conditions.
Requires average to dry, very well-drained sandy or loamy soil; avoid clay or wet sites. Light annual fertilizer application in spring; overfertilizing in NE Florida humidity promotes rot.
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Common questions
Is Catmint a good plant for St. Augustine?
Mature size: 1–2 ft × 1–2 ft. Light: Full Sun, Part Shade (afternoon shade beneficial in NE FL heat). Water needs: Low-Moderate.