'Catmint and catnip are often confused because they both belong to the Nepeta genus in the mint family (Lamiaceae), but they do have some key differences,' explains Tabar Gifford, master gardener ...

Catnip is hardy in zones 3-9 and prefers a sunny location. Catmint will grow in zones 4-8, which means it’s hardy through most of Minnesota, including the Duluth area, but won’t do well in the ...

Catnip produces several volatile compounds that attract pollinators or repel pest insects. (Courtesy of Laura Simpson) A close relative to catnip, catmint is a delightful, flowering ground cover.

Catmint Vs. Catnip Catmint is often confused with catnip (Nepeta cataria), which is a related plant. Catnip also is aromatic but it’s far less ornamental and more weedy in appearance than catmint.

Catmint is Nepeta faassenji, and catnip is Nepeta cataria. This is one instance where knowing the Latin name will help you get the plant you want.

I accepted a new catnip; a hybrid catmint ‘Six Hills Giant’; and one cat thyme, Teucrium marum, an exquisite thing with magenta flowers and tiny but pungent leaves the color of sea foam.

Nepeta is the scientific name for both catmint and catnip. Catmint (Nepeta X faassenii) is a low growing perennial that is often used at the edge of borders. It has grey green foliage and small lav… ...

A close relative to catnip, catmint is a delightful, flowering ground cover. Although it’s a member of the mint family, it doesn’t spread as rampantly as most other mints.

Humus-rich, well-draining soil is ideal. Many species grow easily in a wide range of soil types, including dry clay and sandy ...

A close relative to catnip, catmint is a delightful, flowering ground cover. Although it’s a member of the mint family, it doesn’t spread as rampantly as most other mints.

A close relative to catnip, catmint is a delightful, flowering ground cover. Although it’s a member of the mint family, it doesn’t spread as rampantly as most other mints.