Cat`s love it! Catnip, regular seeds - not treated and non-gmo
Nepeta cataria
An attractive herb with lavender blue flowers, hardy perennial. Grows all summer. Member of the mint family. Spreads well. Grows to 24” with. Bees, butterflies and beneficial insects love it as well.Sowing and Growing Instructions:
Sowing time: Indoors in March–April, or direct sow outdoors in May.
Stratification (optional): Soaking or cold stratifying seeds (1–2 weeks in the fridge) improves germination.
Depth: Sow at 0.3–0.5 cm. Needs light – don’t bury seeds deeply.
Temperature: Germinates at 18–22 °C. Takes 7–14 days.
Spacing: 30–40 cm between plants.
Sunlight: Prefers full sun.
Soil: Well-draining, sandy or loamy soil. Drought-tolerant once established.
Blooming time: June to September.
Perennial: Cold-hardy perennial. Cut back in late autumn or early spring.
Care: Minimal care needed. Trim after flowering to encourage new growth.
Uses:
For cats: Famous for inducing a euphoric response in about 70% of cats due to nepetalactone in leaves and flowers.
Herbal tea: Traditionally used to treat insomnia, anxiety, and digestive issues.
Insect repellent: Repels mosquitoes, aphids, and even cockroaches.
Pollinator plant: Attracts bees and butterflies to the garden.
Fun facts:
In medieval Europe, catnip was used as a spice and tobacco substitute.
Kittens under 3–6 months generally don’t respond to catnip.
Belongs to the mint family (Lamiaceae) – relatives include lavender, thyme, and sage.
Believed in folklore to ward off evil spirits and witches.
Packet 250 seeds
