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Catnip plants (Nepeta cataria and other Nepeta species) are members of the mint family and contain volatile oils, sterols, acids and tannins. Native to Europe,… Read More »Is Catnip A Kind Of Mint?

Mint plant grows from 6 inches to 3 feet high and spread up to 3 feet. It has matte-surfaced leaves that are usually dark green… Read More »How Can You Tell The Difference Between Catnip And Mint?

As a culinary herb, the minty-flavored leaves may be chopped and added to soups, stews, sauces, vegetables, or pasta. ‘Cataria’ catmint is a pollinator plant… Read More »Is Catnip A Pollinator?

Cutting back catnip will restore the plant. Prune after the first round of blooming to encourage a second flowering prior to winter. Then, after the… Read More »Should I Prune Catnip?

Seeds sprout within five to 10 days under ideal conditions but may take up to 20 days in colder soil. When the plants are 2… Read More »How Long Does It Take For Catnip To Flower?

Catnip is not particularly picky about outdoor sunlight, but indoors it must receive as much direct sunlight as possible, up to five hours a day… Read More »How Do You Take Care Of A Catnip Plant Indoors?

Catnip propagates easily from both leaf-tip cuttings and seeds. To take a cutting, remove a small piece of new growth early in the growing season… Read More »Can You Grow Catnip From A Cutting?

Catnip has long been thought to have medicinal properties. Its dried leaves and white flowers are traditionally used for this purpose. Both can be used… Read More »What Can I Do With Catnip Flowers?

According to the University of Maryland Cooperative Extension, catnip’s aroma increases when grown in a sandy medium, which also helps control its invasiveness. By planting… Read More »How Do You Make Catnip More Potent?

Thrips, which may be black, brown, or gold, are tiny, narrow insects that suck the sweet juices from catnip plant leaves. As they feed, they… Read More »What Bugs Are Attracted To Catnip?