Nepeta 'Kitten Around'
Best low-maintenance perennial for busy gardeners seeking pollinator-friendly summer color.
Nepeta 'Kitten Around' is a sun-loving perennial that offers a continuous display of lavender-blue flowers from early summer to fall. This variety is exceptionally resilient, maintaining its vibrant color even through intense heat and drought. Its fragrant foliage deters deer while attracting beneficial pollinators like bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. Growing to a manageable size, it's perfect for borders, mass plantings, or containers, providing easy-care beauty and reliable summer interest.
$16.95
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
29
/ 2989
#29 in Landscaping & Garden Plants
Price vs Category Average
-39%
Below average
SKU
26715
Who it's for
- Busy homeowners needing low-maintenance, resilient landscape plants
- Small-space gardeners wanting tidy, non-invasive border plants
- Gardeners seeking long-lasting floral displays throughout the growing season
Who should skip it
- Shady garden owners lacking sufficient direct sunlight
- Low-effort gardeners avoiding mid-season maintenance tasks
- Pet owners worried about neighborhood cats damaging young plants
Performance breakdown
Drought Resilience
Maintains vibrant color and structure even during intense summer heatwaves.
Pollinator Appeal
A reliable magnet for bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds all season.
Maintenance Effort
Requires minimal intervention to keep its tidy, compact growth habit.
Bloom Duration
Provides consistent lavender-blue color from early summer through the fall.
Pest Deterrence
Fragrant foliage effectively discourages deer from grazing on your landscape.
Versatility
Compact size adapts perfectly to containers, borders, or mass plantings.
Key Specs
SKU
26715
Genus
Nepeta
Species
faassenii
Item Form
Bareroot
Mature Height
14 inches
Mature Width
22 inches
Hardiness Zones
3 - 8
Light Requirements
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Features
- Long-lasting color, even in heat.
- Deer resistant foliage.
- Attracts bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds.
- Blooms from early summer to fall.
- Easy to grow and maintain.
- Drought tolerant.
- Fragrant foliage.
- Suitable for containers and borders.
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the exceptional quality and health of the 'Kitten Around' Nepeta upon delivery, noting robust root systems and careful packaging. The primary theme is reliability; this catmint establishes itself quickly and thrives with minimal effort, making it an excellent choice for gardeners seeking dependable, long lasting color. While a few comments mention the initial size being modest, the rapid, vigorous growth quickly overcomes this concern, solidifying its reputation as a high value, low maintenance perennial. Gardeners appreciate its hardiness and consistent performance across various zones.
Know before you buy
This variety offers a continuous display of lavender-blue flowers from early summer through the fall, providing reliable color for much of the growing season.
Yes, 'Kitten Around' is well-suited for containers due to its compact, manageable size. It also performs beautifully in garden borders or as part of a mass planting.
Yes, the foliage is deer resistant. Its fragrant nature tends to deter deer, making it a practical choice for gardens where wildlife pressure is a concern.
It prefers full sun but can tolerate partial shade. For the best bloom performance and color intensity, aim for a location that receives plenty of direct sunlight.
No, it is quite drought-tolerant. While it appreciates moderate watering, it is resilient enough to handle intense heat and dry spells once it has settled into the landscape.
Absolutely. The flowers are highly attractive to beneficial pollinators, including bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds, making it a great addition to an eco-friendly garden.
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