Nepeta 'Kitten Around'
Best low-maintenance perennial for busy gardeners seeking pollinator-friendly summer color.
This is the ultimate low-maintenance workhorse for gardeners who want constant color without the constant upkeep. It trades the sprawling, messy habit of traditional catmint for a compact, tidy form that thrives on neglect and keeps pollinators buzzing all season long.
$16.95
Who it's for
- Busy homeowners needing low-maintenance, resilient landscape plants
- Small-space gardeners wanting tidy, non-invasive border plants
- Gardeners seeking long-lasting floral displays throughout the growing season
Who should skip it
- Shady garden owners lacking sufficient direct sunlight
- Low-effort gardeners avoiding mid-season maintenance tasks
- Pet owners worried about neighborhood cats damaging young plants
Performance breakdown
Drought Resilience
Maintains vibrant color and structure even during intense summer heatwaves.
Pollinator Appeal
A reliable magnet for bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds all season.
Maintenance Effort
Requires minimal intervention to keep its tidy, compact growth habit.
Bloom Duration
Provides consistent lavender-blue color from early summer through the fall.
Pest Deterrence
Fragrant foliage effectively discourages deer from grazing on your landscape.
Versatility
Compact size adapts perfectly to containers, borders, or mass plantings.
Key Specs
SKU
26715
Genus
Nepeta
Species
faassenii
Item Form
Bareroot
Mature Height
14 inches
Mature Width
22 inches
Hardiness Zones
3 - 8
Light Requirements
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Plant Life Cycle
Perennial
Water Requirement
Moderate
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