Catmint (Nepeta govaniana)

Where to plant

Let’s now see where to plant Catmint (Nepeta govaniana). What types of gardens and where this plant is normally grown.

Orientation

It tolerates being planted in different orientations. But if possible, plant catmint in a east facing, south facing or west facing garden.

Garden style

It has numerous uses in gardening and landscaping. Nepeta govaniana can work very well in gardens of different styles:

• Informal Gardens – have a free design and close to the nature aspect. The lines are smoother and more fluid and the planting is less rigid;
• Rock and gravel gardens – are gardens that feature extensive use of rocks and stones and include plants native to rocky or alpine environments;
• Wildlife gardens – natural gardens that feature plants that attract native wildlife such as birds, pollinating insects and small mammals;

Planting type

catmint is normally used in flower borders and bedding – creating compositions in the garden;.