Nepeta faassenii 'Purssian Blue' (Persian Blue Catmint) — perennial

Overview

Nepeta faassenii 'Purssian Blue' is a perennial in the genus Nepeta, part of the Lamiaceae family. Nepeta faassenii 'Purssian Blue' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates well-drained soils and neutral and alkaline pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include borders, rock gardens and containers. It is native to hybrid cultivar.

About

Nepeta faassenii 'Purssian Blue' (Persian Blue Catmint) is a perennial cultivar of the Nepeta genus, known for its aromatic qualities. It thrives in full sun or partial shade and prefers well-drained, neutral to alkaline soil with dry to medium moisture levels. Suitable for borders, rock gardens, and containers, this hardy plant (UK hardiness H5) benefits from a sheltered or exposed south-facing aspect. It is drought tolerant once established and should be cut back after flowering to maintain shape and encourage fresh growth.

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, partial shade
Soil type: well-drained
Soil pH: neutral, alkaline
Soil moisture: dry,medium
Aspect: south
Exposure: sheltered, exposed
UK hardiness: H5

Plant details

Nepeta faassenii 'Purssian Blue' size, habit and characteristics

Plant type: perennial
Suggested uses: borders, rock gardens, containers
Native to: hybrid cultivar
Fragrance: aromatic

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Nepeta faassenii 'Purssian Blue'

Cultivation: Prefers well-drained soil and full sun; drought tolerant once established.
Pruning: Cut back after flowering to maintain shape and encourage fresh growth.
Propagation: division,cuttings