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. Dig in plenty of compost before planting, water in well, and mulch to keep roots cool.
Watering & feeding
Six Hills Giant Catmint performs well with relatively little water once established. Refresh mulch and provide a modest balanced feed at the start of spring. During the first growing season, water deeply whenever the upper soil begins to dry, then reduce the frequency as roots establish.
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
Combine Six Hills Giant Catmint with plants that share its preference for happy on low water and cool-temperate climate. Use an odd-numbered group where space allows, or repeat it at intervals through a longer bed.
Good to know
It is regarded as non-toxic and pet-safe.
Buying Six Hills Giant Catmint
Plant Sale lists Six Hills Giant Catmint as potted plants. Current stock is confirmed manually, so register interest above before planning around a specific size.
