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Mint, Catmint Nepeta mussinii
A near relative of catnip, catmint is not quite as powerful for cats, though they still like it. It is more ornamental, with light bluish flowers and grayish-green leaves. Its strong tolerance of heat and drought make it especially good for rock gardens. Interesting Notes All mints are a deterrent to mice, so bits of catmint leaves sprinkled around the kitchen or in bedrooms will make the pests less inclined to burrow into bedding or stored food.
Growing Tips Requires little care. Cut back for more blooming, and to prevent it from taking over the garden.
Sowing Information For best results start seed indoors 4-6 weeks before transplanting in the spring. Cover seeds 1/8 -1/4" with fine soil or vermiculite. Seeds will germinate in 7-14 days. Transplant outdoors when all danger of frost has past in a sunny to part-shade location. Space plants 12" apart.
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