Nepeta 'Six Hills Giant'
Giant Catmit
Description
From the early summer and into the fall, this aromatic plant will bloom with gray-green foliage and lavender blue flowers. This perennial grows from 30" to reach a height and width of 3'. It is tolerant of both humidity and drought. This perennial is effective when grown below roses, as a filler in perennial gardens, and as an edging plant. It also is complemented by pines and pale yellow flowers. The perennial should be placed in a well-drained location.
Plant Type
Perennial
Height Range
1-3'
Width Range
1-3'
Flower Color
Blue, Lavender
Flower Season
Summer
Leaf Color
Grey Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full
Water
Low, Medium
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam
Soil Condition
Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
English Cottage, Meadow, Seascape, Wild Garden
Accenting Features
Fragrance, Showy Flowers, Silhouette
Seasonal Interest
Summer
Location Uses
Perennial Border, Shrub Border, Raised Planter, Walkways, With Rocks
Special Uses
Cut Flowers, Filler, Small Spaces
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Change spray sprinklers to low-flow bubbler or drip systems.
Shrubs and trees are ideal candidates for this type of irrigation because the water is applied directly to the root zones.