Nepeta clarkei

Nepeta clarkei

Native to:
Afghanistan | China | India | Pakistan

Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Lamiaceae
Genus:
Nepeta
Species:
Nepeta clarkei

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Forb/herb
Height:
90 cm
Drought Tolerance:
Medium
Bloom Colors:
blue, violet

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
bees, butterflies
Deer Resistant:
Yes
Fragrant:
Yes

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days
Germination Time:
14–30 days
Notes:
Seeds germinate best after cold stratification; surface sow on moist medium.

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ORGHPS Germination Guide: Sow @ 20°C. Seed germinates within 3 months Requires darkness. * grow on @ 10°C

Source: Ontario Rock Garden & Hardy Plant Society