Nepeta faassenii 'Junior Walker' (Junior Walker Catmint) — Bushy, Clump-forming

Overview

Nepeta faassenii 'Junior Walker' is a bushy, clump-forming perennial in the genus Nepeta, part of the Lamiaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Nepeta faassenii 'Junior Walker' grows best in full sun, and tolerates well-drained soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include borders, rock gardens, containers and ground cover.

About

Nepeta faassenii 'Junior Walker' (Junior Walker Catmint) is a perennial cultivar in the Nepeta genus, known for its aromatic foliage. This plant thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, tolerating dry to medium moisture levels. Hardy to UK zone H5, it is suitable for borders, rock gardens, containers, and as ground cover. Once established, it is drought tolerant. Pruning after flowering helps maintain its shape and encourages new growth, and it can be propagated by division or cuttings.

About the genus

Nepeta is a genus of flowering plants in the family Lamiaceae. The genus name, from Latin nepeta (“catnip”), is reportedly in reference to Nepete, an ancient Etruscan city. There are 295 accepted species.

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Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Nepeta

Sunlight: full sun
Soil type: well-drained
Soil pH: Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moisture: dry to medium
Aspect: South-facing, West-facing, East-facing
Exposure: full sun
UK hardiness: H5

Plant details

Nepeta faassenii 'Junior Walker' size, habit and characteristics

Plant type: perennial
Habit: Bushy, Clump-forming
Foliage: Deciduous
Suggested uses: borders, rock gardens, containers, ground cover
Fragrance: aromatic foliage

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Nepeta faassenii 'Junior Walker'

Cultivation: Prefers well-drained soil and full sun; drought tolerant once established.
Pruning: Cut back after flowering to maintain shape and encourage new growth.
Propagation: division, cuttings
Pest resistance: Slugs, Snails
Disease resistance: Powdery mildew