Overview
Nepeta from Ethiopia is a bushy, clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Nepeta, part of the Lamiaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Nepeta from Ethiopia grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include city and courtyard gardens, cottage and informal garden, coastal, mediterranean climate plants and wildlife gardens.
About
Nepeta from Ethiopia is a bushy, clump-forming herbaceous perennial belonging to the Nepeta genus, known for its aromatic opposite leaves and two-lipped tubular flowers arranged in terminal spikes or panicles. This deciduous cultivar thrives in full sun with well-drained fertile moist soil and is suitable for a variety of garden settings including city, courtyard, cottage, and wildlife gardens. It is hardy to UK zone H6 and performs well in exposed or sheltered positions with south or west-facing aspects. Interest in this plant spans the summer and autumn seasons.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Nepeta
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Chalk, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
Nepeta from Ethiopia size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Bushy, Clump forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- City and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden, Coastal, Mediterranean climate plants, Wildlife gardens
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Nepeta from Ethiopia
- Propagation
- Propagate by softwood cuttings in early summer or propagate by semi-ripe cuttings in early autumn or by division
- Pest resistance
- May be susceptible to slugs and snails
- Disease resistance
- May be susceptible to powdery mildews in dry summers
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Nepeta from Ethiopia?
Nepeta from Ethiopia prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Nepeta from Ethiopia need?
Nepeta from Ethiopia is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Nepeta from Ethiopia hardy in the UK?
Nepeta from Ethiopia has an RHS hardiness rating of H6, meaning it is very hardy, tolerating -20 to -15°C across most of the UK.
How do I propagate Nepeta from Ethiopia?
Propagate by softwood cuttings in early summer or propagate by semi-ripe cuttings in early autumn or by division.
