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Catnip Seeds

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About the Variety

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Key Features

Heat Tolerant
Drought Tolerant
Prefers Lean Soil
Container Friendly
Attracts Bees
Attracts Butterflies
Fragrant
Fast Growing
Easy to Grow
Perfect for Dried Flowers
Perfect for Xeriscaping
Medicinal
Edible
Reduces Erosion
Deer Resistant
Rodent Resistant
Rabbit Resistant
Deters Insects

Plant Details

BOTANICAL NAME

Nepeta cataria

LIFE CYCLE

  • Perennial

SEED TYPE

  • Heirloom Seed
  • Open Pollinated Seed

LIGHT REQUIREMENT

  • Full Sun

DAYS TO MATURITY

  • 80 to 90 days

GROWTH HABIT

  • Bush

PLANT TYPE

  • Bush

COLOR

  • Green

Catnip—also called Catmint or True Catnip—is a perennial herb that is native to parts of Europe, Asia, and Africa. Plant catnip seeds inside or outdoors in full sun or partial shade. As the name implies, catnip is ideal for making cats happy and frisky, but it can also be used to flavor teas or to enjoy as an aesthetic element in the garden. Its purple blooms attract pollinators. Everyone loves it!

  • • Tall-growing heirloom perennial
  • • Easy to grow, indoors or out
  • • Favored by cats, Catnip is also used to flavor teas

Planting Information

PLANTING SEASON

  • Spring

SOWING METHOD

  • Direct Sow
  • Start Indoors

PLANTING DEPTH

  • 1/8 inch

WATER NEEDS

  • Average

PLANT SPACING

  • 18 to 24 inches

HARDINESS ZONES

  • 3
  • 4
  • 5
  • 6
  • 7
  • 8
  • 9

SEED PREP

  • Requires Light

COVERAGE

Amount Avg Seed Count Recommended Coverage
Packet 732 Up to 30 Sq. Ft
1 Ounce 41,501 Up to 250 Sq. Ft
5 Pounds 3,320,080 Up to 20,000 Sq. Ft

Planting Guide

View our Catnip Planting Guide to learn more.

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    Catnip Seeds FAQs

    What is Catnip also known as?

    Catnip is also known as Catswort and Catwort.

    Is Catnip resistant to animals or disease?

    Catnip is deer resistant, meaning deer generally avoid it due to its taste, texture, or aroma.

    What is the flavor profile of Catnip?

    Catnip has a flavor profile described as minty, slightly bitter, and pungent aroma.

    Customer Reviews

    Overall rating: 5.0 / 5 from 6 reviews.

    Customer photo review of Catnip Seeds

    Will transplant around once the seedlings are bigger.

    Amy C. 5/5 Verified

    Catnip Seeds

    Customer photo review of Catnip Seeds

    Eden Brothers sent me 7 lbs of "catnip" seed. None of the seeds smelled like Catnip, I didn't realize that should be suspicious. 1 month after throwing down the seeds, this crazy Nettle like weed is growing all over my yard. I contacted Eden Brothers with a picture of the weed, wondering what this weed was. They told me they misslabeled all of the bags, and what I had wasn't catnip at all. They actually didn't tell me what it was. I've now been battling this red flowered nettle like weed, all summer. I ordered Catnip seed from a different company and was relieved when that Catnip seed actually smelled like catnip. I now have Catnip growing, amongst the beasty weed that Eden Brothers sent me. I'll never order from Eden Brothers again, The weed they sent me is trying to take over everything, its an absolutely nightmare. See the weed in the photo attached. Avoid this product and this company!!!!!

    Ty M. 1/5 Verified

    Catnip Seeds

    I didnt water it, after planting in spring. The rain was enough. The rhizomes spread all winter and the new growth spent several days under the snow, with minimal damage. Weed eat it, mow over it, this catnip will not quit on you! Great Seeds!

    Zachary 5/5 Verified

    Catnip Seeds

    I planted the seeds in an indoor window box, since fall is setting in. So far the shoots are doing well. I look forward to their growth.

    Barbara B. 5/5 Verified

    Catnip Seeds

    works great

    Alexa C. 5/5 Verified

    Catnip Seeds

    Since I am 'owned'by three cats (and if you are too!),this catnip is fantastic!!! Previously,I had grown the same in a planter and it lasted for three years - until a certain kitty (who shall remain nameless) decided to rearrange it. It is so good, I have to hide it out of reach! Every single seed planted evolved into thick healthy plants!!! Definitely deserves more than five stars! :)

    Meg G. 5/5 Verified

    Catnip Seeds

    What a bargain wonderful seeds cat loves them.

    Eric W. 5/5 Verified

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