Catmint 'Whispurr Blue'

Scientific Name: Nepeta × faassenii

Common Name: Whispurr™ Catmint

Exposure: Full sun

Height: 24–28 inches (61–71 cm)

Width: 18–22 inches (46–56 cm)

Spacing: 28–30 inches (71–76 cm)

Attracts: Bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds

Foliage: Fragrant, minty-scented leaves

Bloom Time: Spring through summer

Flower Color: Lavender-blue

Uses: Borders, wildlife gardens, containers, ground cover

Plant Habit: Mounded, robust growth with large flower plumes

Water: Medium; allow soil to dry slightly before watering

Maintenance: Low; trimming in mid-summer can promote repeat flowering in fall

Hardiness Zones: USDA zones 4–9

General Information: Whispurr™ Catmint (Nepeta × faassenii) is a hardy perennial renowned for its long blooming season, showcasing large lavender-blue flower plumes from spring through summer. The plant forms a robust, mounded habit with fragrant, mint-scented foliage that attracts various pollinators, including bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds.