Nepeta racemosa 'Walker’s Low'
Walker's Low Catmint

Nepeta racemosa ′Walker’s Low′ - Summer Interest

Family:

Lamiaceae (Mint Family) 56

Genus:

Nepeta (Catmint Nepeta) 3

Plant Type:

Herbaceous 480

Growth Forms:

Bushy 188

Hardiness:

USDA Zone 4 520

Flower Notes:

Purple

Foliage Notes:

Green

Ultimate Height:

2.5 feet

Ultimate Spread:

3 feet

Light Requirements:

Soil Notes:

dry to moist, well drained

Range:

Causcus and northern Iran

Diagnostic Characteristics:

Nepeta racemosa is a low-growing perennial that typically forms a spreading clump with upright stems that are roughly 12 inches tall. The mass will reach about 18 inches in width. Leaves are grey-green, ovate in shape, and hairy, about 1 inch long. They have prominent veining and a heart-shaped base. The leaves are fragrant when crushed or damaged. Flowers are lilac in color, clustered in false whorls, and bloom in the spring. Under the right conditions, they may continue to bloom throughout the summer and into early fall.

Special Characteristics:

Additional Information

This catmint is a low growing perennial that is easily grown. It is different in most that the seeds are sterile. It's typically used in rock gardens and is a good plant for edging.

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Summer Interest

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No Fruiting Observations Available

1 Nepeta racemosa 'Walker’s Low' found

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= Heritage plant = Memorial plant

Number	Accession ID	Location
1	2017_00428*A	HCR

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