A larger catmint forming a big, sprawling mound of grey aromatic foliage drenched in lavender-blue flowers. Long-flowering, drought-hardy and irresistible to bees and cats alike.
At a glance
- Plant type: Perennial
- Mature size: 90 cm H × 90 cm W
- Aspect: full sun
- Water: happy on low water
- Frost: hardy
- Maintenance: low maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Six Hills Giant Catmint
Botanically, Nepeta 'Six Hills Giant' is a fast-growing perennial in the Lamiaceae family. It reaches around 90 cm tall and 90 cm wide at maturity, with aromatic, silver-grey and deciduous foliage. Blue and purple flowers appear for much of the year.
Where to grow Six Hills Giant Catmint
Six Hills Giant Catmint suits cool-temperate, warm-temperate and Mediterranean climates and grows best in full sun. It is frost hardy and shrugs off cold winters. It also is a genuinely water-wise choice.
Soil & planting
Six Hills Giant Catmint does best in free-draining and sandy soil. Plant into well-prepared ground, firm the soil around the roots and water deeply to settle it in.
Watering & feeding
Six Hills Giant Catmint is happy on low water, so once its roots are down it needs little supplementary water. A feed in spring with a balanced fertiliser keeps growth strong. In its first year, water deeply once or twice a week to settle the roots in, then taper off as it establishes.
Pruning & care
Prune Six Hills Giant Catmint after flowering to keep it compact and encourage the next flush of blooms. Overall it is low maintenance.
Using Six Hills Giant Catmint in the garden
Six Hills Giant Catmint earns its place for feeding bees and pollinators, attracting butterflies, a feature or specimen planting and holding soil on banks and slopes.
Companion planting & design
For a cohesive, low-care bed, pair Six Hills Giant Catmint with other plants that enjoy the same happy on low water and cool-temperate climate. Repeat it through a border to tie the planting together and give a sense of rhythm.
Good to know
It is regarded as non-toxic and pet-safe.
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