Nepeta subsessilis 'Blue Dreams'

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Nepeta subsessilis 'Blue Dreams'

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Short-stalked catmintPerennialFamily: Lamiaceae

Height: 90cmSpread: 30cm
Hardy

Attractive to wildlife

Flower colour:

Purple

Foliage colour:

Green

Position

Sun Exposure:

Dappled shade, full sun

Aspect:

South facing, west facing

Position in Border:

Front, middle

Soil

Chalky / Alkaline / Clay / Heavy / Moist / Well Drained / Light / Sandy

Short-stalked catmint, Nepeta subsessilis, has a more compact, upright habit than many catmints, and the flowers are much larger. Native to damp areas of Japan, it’s also more tolerant of moisture than other species.

*Nepeta subsessilis '*Blue Dreams' has glossy green leaves and bright blue flowers. It's perfect for growing in a mixed herbaceous border or container, and makes an excellent cut flower. It’s extremely attractive to bees and other insects. Like many catmints, 'Blue Dreams' may prove appealing to cats, though if they eat an excessive amount of the foliage it can give them an upset stomach.

For best results grow in sun or partial shade in moist but well-drained soil. Prune back after flowering to promote bushy growth and a second flush of blooms, and divide congested clumps in spring.

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Nepeta ‘Blue Dreams’ and wildlife

Nepeta ‘Blue Dreams’ is known for attracting bees, beneficial insects, butterflies/moths and other pollinators. It is a caterpillar food plant, has nectar/pollen rich flowers and makes a good wildlife hedge.

Is known to attract Bees

Bees

Is known to attract Beneficial insects

Beneficial insects

Is not known to attract Birds

Birds

Is known to attract Butterflies/Moths

Butterflies/Moths

Is known to attract Other pollinators

Other pollinators

Is Nepeta ‘Blue Dreams’ poisonous?

Nepeta ‘Blue Dreams’ has no toxic effects reported.

No reported toxicity to:

Is not known to attract Birds

Birds

Is not known to attract Cats

Cats

Is not known to attract Dogs

Dogs

Is not known to attract Horses

Horses

Is not known to attract Livestock

Livestock

Is not known to attract People

People