Nepeta Blue Moon
Plant Details
Part of our Summer Colour Collection.
A mass of flowers in delightful blue shades form lovely spikes of summer colour above simple aromatic foliage.
Month Available: July
Evergreen / Deciduous: Deciduous
Flower Colour: Blue
Suitable For Wildlife: Bees
Soil Type: Well-drained
Sun/Shade: Full sun or partial shade
Season of Interest: Summer
Flower/Foliage/Berries: Flowers
Plant Type: Perennial
Hardy: Fully
Main Attribute: Summer flowering.
Height / Spread: 45cm x 30cm (18in x 12in)
Growing Tips & Additional Information
During flowering, remove the spent flower stems to encourage more blooms, only chop back completely when flowering is over.
Where to Plant: Patio pots, Borders
Pests and Diseases: Leafhoppers, Powdery Mildew.
Plant Care: Trim back following flowering to promote more flowers and a good habit.
Care and Time: Low - summer
Warning: None
Benefits: Masses of flowers, aromatic foliage, vigorous growth habit.
History: Commonly known as Catmint, Nepeta is very attractive to cats and they will roll in it and try and eat it! Best avoided if you don't want your neighbours cat visiting!!
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