{"product_id":"dropmore-catmint-nepeta-x-faassenii-dropmore","title":"Dropmore Catmint - Nepeta x faassenii 'Dropmore'","description":"\u003cp\u003eDropmore Catmint (\u003cem\u003eNepeta x faassenii\u003c\/em\u003e 'Dropmore') is a bushy, aromatic perennial with soft grey-green leaves and spires of purple-blue flowers from mid spring to early autumn. It grows 40cm to 50cm tall and 50cm to 60cm wide, which makes it one of the easiest ways to fill the front of a border with long-lasting colour. Bees and butterflies work the flowers all season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMonths of purple-blue flowers.\u003c\/strong\u003e The spires open from mid spring and keep coming to early autumn, in a strong colour closer to lavender than most blues.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA pollinator magnet.\u003c\/strong\u003e The nectar-rich spires keep bees and butterflies visiting from spring to autumn.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVery cold hardy.\u003c\/strong\u003e Frost is no concern. It is tough enough for the coldest gardens.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAromatic foliage.\u003c\/strong\u003e Soft, mint-like grey-green leaves give the plant a fresh scent and a calm backdrop for the flowers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow effort.\u003c\/strong\u003e Clip it over after the first flush, feed it, and it repeats.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCottage gardens and mixed borders.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 50cm apart in drifts or in a single row for a continuous soft edge along a path or bed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKitchen gardens and pollinator beds.\u003c\/strong\u003e Tuck it between herbs and vegetables to bring bees in close. It pairs well with roses and lavender.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFront gardens and tight spaces.\u003c\/strong\u003e The low, mounded habit stays below windows and fences, and fills the gap in front of taller shrubs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Dropmore Catmint in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to dappled shade, ideally with some shade for part of the day in hot gardens. It thrives in cool temperate, warm temperate and Mediterranean gardens. In humid subtropical gardens it can be less reliable, so give it airflow and the sunniest, driest position.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Light, well-drained soil. It also grows in alkaline soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Mulch and water regularly for the first 12 weeks while it establishes. Established plants cope with dry spells. Feed with a slow release fertiliser.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Clip over after the first flowering to promote a second flush. When the flowers finish in autumn, give the whole plant an all-over haircut.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe sell Dropmore Catmint as tube stock, in 140mm pots in packs of 10 and in 200mm pots in packs of 6. A tube is a young plant in an 80mm deep tube that establishes quickly and fills out within a season, so tube stock suits a long border. The potted packs flower sooner and make a faster edge. Plants travel upright and settle quickly in warm weather.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants are delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/perennial-plants-for-a-cottage-garden\"\u003ePerennial plants for a cottage garden\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/creating-a-beautiful-cottage-garden-in-australia-insiders-guide\"\u003eHow to create a cottage garden in Australia\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/bee-and-butterfly-plants\"\u003eBee and butterfly friendly plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/lavender\"\u003eLavender to plant alongside\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it safe around cats and dogs?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Catmint is not toxic to cats or dogs. Many cats are drawn to it and will roll in it, which can flatten young plants, so give new plantings a few weeks to bush up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I get a second flush of flowers?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClip the plant over once the first flowering finishes. Fresh growth follows, and a second flush of purple-blue spires opens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it suit a hot, humid climate?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is happiest in cool to warm temperate and Mediterranean gardens. In humid subtropical districts, plant it in full sun with good drainage and airflow, and expect a shorter life.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube","offer_id":67789617987903,"sku":"NEP-FAA-DROPMO-tube","price":14.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"140mm (Pack of 10)","offer_id":67789618053439,"sku":"NEP-FAA-DROPMO-140MM-P10","price":198.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"200mm (Pack of 6)","offer_id":67789618086207,"sku":"NEP-FAA-DROPMO-200MM-P6","price":261.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/dropmore-catmint-nepeta-x-faassenii-dropmore.jpg?v=1792191109","url":"https:\/\/nurserynearme.com.au\/products\/dropmore-catmint-nepeta-x-faassenii-dropmore","provider":"Nursery Near Me","version":"1.0","type":"link"}