Walker's Low Catmint

Walker's Low Catmint (Nepeta x faassenii 'Walker's Low')

Walker's Low Catmint (Nepeta x faassenii 'Walker's Low') is a popular, low-maintenance perennial known for its soft lavender-blue flowers and aromatic gray-green foliage. Ideal for borders, pathways, and pollinator gardens, it adds delicate color, texture, and pollinator-friendly beauty to sunny spaces.

Distinctive Features

This variety produces long, arching spikes of lavender-blue flowers from late spring through summer. The aromatic foliage is resistant to deer and rabbits, while the nectar-rich blooms attract bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. Its sprawling habit makes it perfect for softening garden edges and pathways.

Growing Conditions

• Sun Exposure: Full sun to partial shade.
• Soil: Prefers well-drained, moderately fertile soil but tolerates dry, poor soils.
• Water: Requires moderate watering; drought-tolerant once established.
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 3-8.

Ideal Uses

• Borders: Adds soft, flowing color to garden edges.
• Pathways: Perfect for softening walkway edges with cascading blooms.
• Pollinator Gardens: Attracts bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds.
• Containers: Brings long-lasting blooms to sunny patios.

Low Maintenance Care

• Watering: Water regularly during establishment, then reduce frequency.
• Pruning: Shear back after flowering to encourage reblooming.
• Fertilizing: Apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring.
• Winter Care: Cut back in late fall or early spring to refresh growth.

Why Choose Walker's Low Catmint?

• Soft Lavender-Blue Blooms: Provides gentle, long-lasting color.
• Pollinator-Friendly: Supports bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds.
• Sprawling Growth Habit: Perfect for softening borders and pathways.
• Low Maintenance: Thrives in dry, poor soils with minimal care.

For soft color, sprawling growth, and pollinator support, Walker's Low Catmint (Nepeta x faassenii 'Walker's Low') is an excellent choice for borders, pathways, and pollinator-friendly landscapes.