Lemon Catnip Seeds (Nepeta Cataria) – White Flowering Perennial Herb

Lemon Catnip Seeds (Nepeta Cataria)

Bring a burst of lemony fragrance and delicate white blooms to your garden with Lemon Catnip — a well-behaved, compact perennial herb beloved by bees, butterflies, hummingbirds, and of course, cats. Unlike sprawling catmint varieties, this refined cultivar stays tidy and rewards you with seasons of aromatic beauty.

Why Gardeners Love It

• 🍋 Lemon-scented foliage — aromatic grey-green leaves that perfume the garden all season
• 🌸 White flowers with soft purple accents — blooms just 5–7 weeks after germination
• 🐝 Pollinator magnet — attracts honey bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds
• 🌿 Companion planting powerhouse — leaves deter aphids naturally in organic gardens
• ☕ Herbal tea use — calming and aromatic, great for homegrown teas
• 🐱 Cats adore it — a garden treat for your feline friends

Growing Details

• Season: Perennial
• USDA Zones: 3–8
• Height: 18 inches
• Bloom Season: Summer
• Bloom Color: White with light purple cast
• Sun: Full sun to light shade
• Soil: Well-drained, pH 6.1–7.8

Planting Instructions

• Germination Temp: 60–70°F
• Avg. Germ Time: 7–14 days
• Light Required: Yes
• Sowing Depth: 1/8 inch
• Sowing Rate: 2–3 seeds per plant
• Moisture: Keep moist until germination
• Spacing: Rows 18 inches apart; thin seedlings to 12 inches
• Start Indoors: Late winter, transplant after last frost