Ferry Morse Catnip

Product Description

Perennial Herb. This plant, which is one of the mint family, takes its name because of its particular attraction for cats. Young leaves and shoots also impart lemony-mintness to everyday cooking and to catnip tea. Can also be grown for bee forage.

Sow directly in the garden in full sun in ordinary well-drained soil. Thin plants to 20 inches apart when they are 2 inches tall. Pinch back the tops of the shoots for bushy plants when the buds appear.

Harvest by cutting off the top leaves and flowers when the flowers begin to open in early summer. Expect 3 harvests in a normal year.