Nepeta 'Souvenir d'André Chaudron' (Catmint) — perennial

Overview

Nepeta 'Souvenir d'André Chaudron' is a perennial in the genus Nepeta, part of the Q53476 family. Nepeta 'Souvenir d'André Chaudron' 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.

About

Nepeta 'Souvenir d'André Chaudron' is a perennial catmint with aromatic, herbaceous foliage and a long flowering season from June to September. It performs best in full sun or partial shade on well-drained, neutral to alkaline soils and in a sheltered spot. The plant suits borders, rock gardens and containers where its scent can be appreciated.

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.

Wikipedia contributors, "Nepeta", CC BY-SA 4.0 — Nepeta

In the garden

Nepeta 'Souvenir d'André Chaudron' is a perennial in the Nepeta genus valued for its aromatic, herbaceous foliage and summer display of flowers between June and September. The foliage gives the plant a recognisable scent, which makes it useful near paths and patios where the fragrance is released when leaves are brushed. Plant in a site that receives full sun or partial shade and provide a free-draining medium; the cultivar prefers neutral to alkaline soil but will handle a range of moisture from dry to moist so long as water does not sit around the roots. Position it in a sheltered spot to avoid exposure stress and note its hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is classed as hardy for much of the UK. Use Nepeta 'Souvenir d'André Chaudron' at the front or middle of mixed borders, tucked into rock gardens where drainage is good, or in containers on a sunny terrace. The aromatic, herbaceous foliage is a practical asset for placing beside seating or walkways, where the scent is most noticeable when stems are touched.

Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Nepeta

Sunlight: full sun, partial shade
Soil type: well-drained
Soil pH: neutral, alkaline
Soil moisture: dry,moist
Exposure: sheltered
UK hardiness: H5

Plant details

Nepeta 'Souvenir d'André Chaudron' size, habit and characteristics

Plant type: perennial
Suggested uses: borders, rock gardens, containers
Fragrance: aromatic,herbaceous

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Nepeta 'Souvenir d'André Chaudron'

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