{"product_id":"organic-catnip-seeds","title":"Organic Catnip Seeds – Nepeta cataria Heirloom Perennial Herb","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrow a classic garden herb with Organic Catnip Seeds, also known by its botanical name, Nepeta cataria. This fragrant perennial herb is known for its greenish-gray foliage, upright growth habit, pale blue to purple flowers, and earthy herbal aroma with a light thyme and oregano-like note.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCatnip is one of the most well-known herbs for cats and is also a beautiful addition to herb gardens, containers, raised beds, cottage gardens, pollinator spaces, and field plantings. Once established, catnip is hardy, aromatic, and easy to grow in a wide range of garden conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBasic Product Information\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommon Name: Catnip\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLatin Name: Nepeta cataria\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeed Type: Organic \/ Non-GMO \/ Heirloom \/ Open-Pollinated\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant Type: Perennial herb\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUSDA Hardiness Zones: 3–9\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDays to Maturity: Approximately 85 days\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDays to Germination: 10–15 days\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant Height: 24–36 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant Width: 18–24 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowth Habit: Upright\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlower Color: Pale blue to purple\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFoliage Color: Greenish-gray\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAroma: Earthy, herbal, with a light thyme\/oregano note\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLight Preference: Full sun, partial shade, or light shade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoil Preference: Loamy to sandy, well-drained soil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperature Preference: 60–80°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGermination Temperature: 68–72°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClimate Tolerance: Heat and drought tolerant once established\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBest Uses: Cat gardens, herb gardens, containers, drying, tea herbs, pollinator gardens, cottage gardens, and field planting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy Grow Organic Catnip?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrganic Catnip is a dependable perennial herb with both ornamental and practical value. Its soft greenish-gray foliage and delicate flowers bring texture and fragrance to the garden, while its aromatic leaves and flowering tops can be harvested fresh or dried.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCatnip is especially popular with many cats because of its natural aromatic compound, nepetalactone. Gardeners also grow catnip as a traditional herbal tea plant, a fragrant dried herb, and a low-maintenance perennial for containers and garden beds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIndoor Sowing: Start indoors 4–6 weeks before transplanting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDirect Sowing: Yes, direct sow outdoors after danger of frost has passed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeeding Depth: Surface sow indoors; outdoors, just barely cover\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant Spacing: 12–18 inches apart\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRow Spacing: 18–24 inches apart\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoil: Loamy to sandy, well-drained soil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLight: Full sun to partial shade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWatering: Moderate while young; more drought tolerant once established\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGarden Size: Suitable for garden plots, containers, and field growing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to Grow Catnip from Seed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCatnip can be started indoors or direct sown outdoors. For best control and stronger seedlings, start seeds indoors 4–6 weeks before transplanting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCatnip seeds are small and need light to germinate, so surface sow indoors or only barely cover the seed. Keep the seed-starting mix evenly moist, but not soggy. Ideal germination temperature is about 68–72°F.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeeds usually germinate in 10–15 days under good conditions. Once seedlings are established and outdoor conditions are suitable, transplant into the garden or containers after hardening off.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpace plants 12–18 inches apart with rows 18–24 inches apart. Mature plants can reach 24–36 inches tall and 18–24 inches wide.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoil, Light \u0026amp; Watering\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCatnip grows best in well-drained loamy to sandy soil. It does not require overly rich soil and can tolerate warmer, drier conditions once established.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFull sun is ideal for strong growth and fragrance, but catnip can also grow in partial shade or light shade. Water regularly while seedlings are young. Once plants are established, avoid overwatering and allow the soil to drain well.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHarvesting Catnip\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHarvest leaves and flowers once plants are well established. For fresh use, cut leaves or flowering tops as needed. For drying, harvest stems before or during flowering and hang them in a warm, dry, well-ventilated location.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDried catnip can be used for cat toys, cat gardens, sachets, herbal tea blends, and home herb storage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGarden Tips\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCatnip can reseed easily if allowed to flower and drop seed. To keep plants neater and reduce reseeding, shear plants back after a flowering cycle. Cutting catnip back to the first set of leaves can encourage more compact growth and may support another flowering cycle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor gardeners who want more control, catnip grows very well in containers. Place containers on a patio, sidewalk, deck, or another area where dropped seeds are less likely to establish in garden beds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBest Uses\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCat gardens\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrganic herb gardens\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eContainer gardening\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRaised beds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePollinator gardens\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCottage gardens\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDrying herbs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHerbal tea gardens\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFresh or dried catnip\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCat toys and sachets\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eField planting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImportant Growing Note\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCatnip is not considered deer resistant. It may reseed easily in suitable conditions. Germination and growing results may vary depending on temperature, moisture, light, seed depth, soil quality, seed storage, and local climate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis listing is for seeds only, not live plants.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMai’s Family LLC – Love Plants, Love Earth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mai's Family","offers":[{"title":"500+","offer_id":50779071676722,"sku":null,"price":1.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1000+","offer_id":44220789784882,"sku":"","price":2.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5000+","offer_id":44220789817650,"sku":"","price":5.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10000+","offer_id":44220789850418,"sku":"","price":8.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 Oz","offer_id":51422459920690,"sku":null,"price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0687\/9743\/2114\/files\/1_39dd2598-3d9e-4faa-909c-93b57e35ddef.png?v=1783132148","url":"https:\/\/maisfamily.us\/vi\/products\/organic-catnip-seeds","provider":"Mai's Family","version":"1.0","type":"link"}