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Catnip

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Quick grow facts

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Sun

Full sun–part shade

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Soil

Well-drained

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Pot size

Can be grown in a hanging basket; no size given

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Water

Good Drainage, Occasionally Dry, Very Dry

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Fertilizer

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Pollination

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Propagation

Division, Seed

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Pests & diseases

The plant can become weedy, so consider growing it in a container. Many cats are attracted to ‘Cataria’ catmin

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Pets (ASPCA)

Toxic to cats

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Look out for (Houston)

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What it is

‘Cataria’ catmint is a herbaceous perennial in the Lamiaceae (mint) family. It originated in Europe and Asia. (Species-level info; not specific to this variety.)

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Why grow/eat it

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How to use it

Leaves for herbal teas, soups, stews, sauces, vegetables, or pasta.

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Harvest in Houston

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Container tips

Likes full sun to partial shade. Wants well-drained soil; handles dry spells.

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Cautions

The plant can become weedy, so consider growing it in a container. Many cats are attracted to ‘Cataria’ catmint, but it can cause vomiting and diarrhea.

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Sources

  1. https://plants.ces.ncsu.edu/plants/nepeta-cataria/
  2. https://harris.agrilife.org/files/2025/02/2025-herbs-for-harris-county.pdf
  3. https://www.aspca.org/pet-care/animal-poison-control/toxic-and-non-toxic-plants/catnip