White Flower Farm Nepeta Chartreuse on the Loose
Best low maintenance perennial for adding vibrant color to sunny borders.
This vibrant perennial stands out with striking lime-green foliage and consistent lavender-blue blooms. It is a low-maintenance, drought-tolerant choice that thrives in sunny borders without needing constant deadheading.
$19.00
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Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking high-contrast foliage to brighten shaded or neutral borders
- Homeowners wanting reliable floral displays with minimal deadheading required
- Wildlife lovers living in areas with heavy deer or rabbit pressure
Who should skip it
- Tidy gardeners preferring upright, highly structured plant silhouettes
- Growers with poorly draining soil or low-lying garden spots
- Landscapers in hot climates without access to dappled afternoon shade
Performance breakdown
Pollinator Attraction
Lavender-blue spikes act as a reliable magnet for local bees.
Maintenance Ease
No deadheading required makes this a true set-and-forget perennial.
Drought Tolerance
Established plants thrive with minimal supplemental watering during dry spells.
Visual Impact
Chartreuse foliage offers a bright, modern contrast to traditional greens.
Pest Resistance
Deer and other common garden pests typically leave this plant alone.
Hardiness Range
Robust performance across zones 3 through 8 ensures wide adaptability.
Key Specs
Common Name
Catmint
Hardiness Zone
3-8
Exposure
Sun to Part Shade
Bloom Time
June-September
Mature Height
8-10 inches
Spacing
20-24 inches
Fragrance
Yes
Deer Resistant
Yes
Drought Tolerant
Yes
Foliage Color
Lime-green
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