SOWING INSTRUCTIONS
Depth:
Barely cover; requires light
Starting Indoors:
8-10 weeks before last frost. Cover with humidity dome to retain moisture while seeds germinate. Keep at 60-70°F. Once germination starts, remove dome and lower to 50-55F.
Starting Outdoors:
Sow in early to mid-spring when there is still a chance for a light frost; barely cover.
WHEN TO SET OUTSIDE
This herbaceous perennial can be planted outside in early to mid spring or in early autumn.
PLACEMENT & CULTIVATION
Catnip is a member of the mint family and has aromatic leaves that many cats will eat and roll in, for it has a psychoactive component. Shear back several times a season to keep the plant bushy and compact. Keeping it pruned also prevents excessive self sowing and supplies leaves to dry for use in wintertime for herbal teas or frisky feline friends.
Watering Details:
No need to provide with supplementary water once established except during particularly dry spells.
Fertilizer:
Add an inch of compost when planting into poor soils and avoid fertilizers as they tend to encourage weak growth.
Diseases & Pests:
No serious problems aside from cats, who may roll in the plant and damage its foliage.