FREE: Perennial Catnip- 20 seeds

The listing, Perennial Catnip- 20 seeds has ended.

Nepeta cataria Hardy perennial, will self-sow once established. Grows 1-2 feet tall, Make your cat very, very happy!

Seed purchased by me, from Fedco Seeds and was packaged for 2013, lot 351. This auction is for 20 seeds. Stock photos.


Likes rich or sandy soils, tolerates poor soil and drought. Catnip is said to calm mild stomach disorders, produce restful sleep and relieve fever when added to teas. Rats are reputed to despise it, so it is sometimes used as a companion plant for melons and squashes. Researchers at Iowa State University claim catnip is a top-notch mosquito repellant. They suggest that crushing catnip leaves then rubbing on the skin is several times more effective than using DEET. Zones 3–8.

(reference: Fedco Seeds online catalog, www.fedcoseeds.com )