40000 Catnip Seeds for Planting | Non-GMO Nepeta cataria Herb Seeds

Catnip (Nepeta cataria) is a hardy perennial herb in the mint family, prized for its aromatic foliage and its well-known appeal to cats. This non-GMO seed offering provides an economical way to establish catnip in herb gardens, borders, or dedicated cat-friendly plantings. The plants produce soft, gray-green leaves and spikes of small white to pale lavender flowers that attract pollinators.

Easy to grow from seed, catnip is a versatile herb that can be used fresh or dried for teas and crafts. It also works well in informal garden settings and wildlife plantings.

Plant Features

• Aromatic, gray-green foliage with a distinctive minty scent
• Produces spikes of small white to lavender flowers in summer
• Attracts cats and pollinators such as bees
• Hardy perennial in suitable climates
• Non-GMO seed

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Nepeta cataria
• Plant Type: Perennial herb
• Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil: Well-drained soil
• Water Requirements: Moderate; drought-tolerant once established
• Growth Habit: Upright, bushy
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 3-9
• Bloom Season: Summer
• Mature Height: 2-3 feet
• Spacing: 12-18 inches apart

Planting & Care

Sow catnip seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost or directly outdoors after the danger of frost has passed. Press seeds lightly into the soil surface; they need light to germinate. Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Germination typically occurs in 7-21 days at temperatures around 65-70°F (18-21°C).

Once seedlings are large enough to handle, transplant them to a sunny location with well-drained soil. Water regularly during establishment, then reduce frequency as plants mature. Catnip is relatively low-maintenance and can be harvested for leaves once established. To encourage bushy growth, pinch back young plants.

What's Included

40000 Catnip Seeds (Non-GMO).