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If you’re searching for a beautiful, resilient perennial to bring bees and butterflies into your New Zealand garden, the catmint flower is a top contender. With its clouds of lavender-blue blooms, aromatic foliage, and easy-going nature, catmint adds colour, movement, and a touch of wild charm to borders, pots, and cottage-style plantings. Whether you’re an avid gardener or just getting started, catmint flower varieties promise season-long interest with minimal fuss.

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Scutellaria Snowflakes (Scutellaria Skullcap)

Scutellaria Snowflakes, commonly known as Scutellaria Skullcap or the Skullcaps plant, is grown for its foliage and flowers. This versatile and popular herbaceous perennial carries small green leaves hold on slender stems.

Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type: Perennials
Height: 20 cm
Spread: 30 cm
Flowering time: Spring, Summer
Tolerances: Coastal
Garden uses: Banks, Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Patios, Pool areas
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Cottage, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, White
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Strelitzia Mandelas Gold (Yellow Crane Flower)

Strelitzia reginae Mandelas Gold, commonly known as Yellow Crane Flower or Yellow Bird Of Paradise, produces spectacular yellow flowers through spring and summer. The flowers are complemented with large and lush, dark green leaves as it grows to 1.5 m tall and the same wide.

Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type: Perennials
Height: 1.50 m
Spread: 1.50 m
Flowering time: Spring, Summer
Tolerances: Coastal
Garden uses: Containers, Living areas, Pool areas
Garden styles: Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Tropical
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Ozothamnus Springtime White (Rice Flower)

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Rose 'Flower Carpet White'

Rose 'Flower Carpet White' is a popular ground cover rose valued for its masses of pure white flowers and exceptional disease resistance. This tough...

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Rose Flower Carpet Gold

Rose Flower Carpet Gold is a popular ground cover rose that features masses of showy, yellow flowers. Flowering begins in spring and will continue...

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Rose Flower Carpet Pink

Rose Flower Carpet Pink features large trusses of semi-double, pink flowers. Flowering begins in spring and continues until autumn provided the spent...

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Rose Flower Carpet Scarlet

Rose Flower Carpet Scarlet is a ground cover rose that features masses of showy, scarlet red flowers. The flowers are complemented with glossy, dark...

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Nepeta mussinii with blue flowers and lush foliage.
Nepeta mussinii (Catmint)

Nepeta mussinii, also known as Catmint, is a hardy perennial loved for its aromatic grey green foliage and masses of violet blue flowers. Flowering...

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Nepeta faassenii plants with blue flowers in a border.
Nepeta faassenii

Nepeta faassenii, commonly known as Catmint, is a hardy perennial valued for its aromatic grey green foliage and long lasting spikes of lavender blue...

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Nepeta 'Six Hills Giant' green foliage and blue flowers.
Nepeta 'Six Hills Giant' (Catmint)

Nepeta 'Six Hills Giant' is a vigorous perennial prized for its aromatic foliage and abundant lavender blue flowers that bloom from late spring...

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Nepeta 'Walkers Low' blue flowers.
Nepeta 'Walkers Low' (Catmint)

Nepeta 'Walker's Low' is an award winning Catmint admired for its long flowering season and aromatic grey green foliage. From late spring through...

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Nepeta 'Blue Wonder' plant with blue flowers.
Nepeta 'Blue Wonder' (Catmint)

Nepeta 'Walker's Low' is an award winning Catmint admired for its long flowering season and aromatic grey green foliage. From late spring through...

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Chamelaucium Dawn Pearl shrub with white flowers.
Chamelaucium Dawn Pearl (Chamelaucium Wax Flower)

Chamelaucium Dawn Pearl, commonly known as Wax Flower, is an Australian native shrub prized for its flowers and foliage. It grows as a medium sized...

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Hibbertia obtusifolia (Hoary Guinea-Flower)

Hibbertia obtusifolia is a hardy evergreen shrub valued for its bright yellow flowers and dense green foliage. Flowering over an extended period, it...

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Campanula Alba (White Bell Flower Plant)

Campanula alba features impressive flowers. Stems rise above the foliage to host showy and fragrant clusters of bell-shaped, white flowers through...

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Scaevola 'Erect Early Blue' plant with blue flowers and green leaves.
Scaevola Erect Early Blue (Fan Flower Plant)

Scaevola Erect Early Blue is a compact herbaceous perennial that bears masses of blue, fan shaped flowers off upright stems through spring and...

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Leucospermum Lanii (Pin Cushions Flower)

Leucospermum 'Lanii' is a striking evergreen shrub admired for its vibrant pincushion flowers and attractive grey green foliage. The unusual blooms...

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Eriostemon 'Bournda Beauty' (Wax Flower)

Eriostemon 'Bournda Beauty' is an attractive evergreen shrub admired for its masses of delicate pink star shaped flowers and aromatic green foliage...

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Chaenomeles cathayensis (Flowering Quince)

Chaenomeles cathayensis is a vigorous deciduous flowering shrub admired for its spectacular spring display of soft pink flowers followed by large...

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Tiarella cordifolia plant with cream-coloured flowers.
Tiarella cordifolia (Foam Flower)

Tiarella cordifolia, commonly known as the Heartleaf Foam Flower, is grown for both its foliage and flowers. This herbaceous perennial grows as a...

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Tupidanthus calyptratus (Mallet Flower)

Tupidanthus calyptratus is a bold evergreen tropical tree admired for its large glossy hand shaped leaves and strong architectural form. It brings an...

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Leucospermum Mary Lou (Pincushion Flower)

Leucospermum Mary Lou, commonly known as the Pincushion flower, is grown for its stunning blooms. The showy, yellow flowers produced during spring...

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Cantua buxifolia Bicolor yellow and white flower on a shrub.
Cantua buxifolia 'Bicolor' (Sacred Flower Of The Incas)

Cantua buxifolia 'Bicolor' (Magic Flower) is an eye catching shrub known for its striking tubular flowers that blend red and yellow tones, creating a...

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Tibouchina organensis pink flower.
Tibouchina organensis (Night Princess Flower)

Tibouchina organensis is a compact evergreen shrub admired for its rich purple flowers and attractive velvety green foliage. Flowering through the...

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Crowea White Star small shrub with white flowers.
Crowea White Star (White Wax Flower)

Crowea White Star is a small shrub that carries small, waxy flowers that are borne from spring through autumn. Masses of the star-like, white flowers...

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Adenandra uniflora pink flower amidst fine, green foliage.
Adenandra uniflora (China Flower)

Adenandra uniflora (China Flower) is a compact evergreen shrub valued for its fine foliage and masses of small white star shaped flowers in spring...

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Phaedranthus buccinatorius (Mexican Blood Flower)

Phaedranthus buccinatorius is a spectacular evergreen climber admired for its lush green foliage and masses of brilliant trumpet shaped flowers that...

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Lapageria rosea (Chilean Bell Flower)

Lapageria rosea, commonly known as the Chilean Bellflower, is a stunning evergreen climber admired for its large, waxy, bell shaped flowers in shades...

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Eriostemon Flower Girl white flowers and green foliage.
Eriostemon Flower Girl

Eriostemon 'Flower Girl' is a beautiful evergreen shrub admired for its masses of soft pink star shaped flowers and aromatic green foliage. Flowering...

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Rose 'Flower Carpet Mini Cherry'

Rose 'Flower Carpet Mini Cherry' is a compact ground cover rose valued for its masses of vibrant cherry red flowers and exceptional disease...

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Ageratum 'Hawaii Blue' blue floss-like flowers above green foliage.
Ageratum 'Hawaii Blue' (Floss Flower Plant)

Ageratum 'Hawaii Blue' is a compact and vibrant annual that fills NZ gardens with its fluffy, bright blue blooms throughout the warmer months. This...

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Pink flowers on Abutilon 'Roseus'.
Abutilon Roseus (Flowering Maple)

Abutilon Roseus is a graceful flowering shrub admired for its elegant rose pink, bell shaped blooms that appear from spring through autumn. The...

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Scutellaria Snowflakes (Scutellaria Skullcap)

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What Is a Catmint Flower?

Catmint flower describes the attractive spires and clusters of blooms produced by plants from the Nepeta genus. These flowers usually appear in shades of blue, purple, or lilac, often contrasting beautifully with grey-green foliage. Among the best-loved catmint varieties in New Zealand gardens is Nepeta mussinii (Catmint), known for its compact growth and prolific flowering from late spring right through to autumn.

Why Grow Catmint Flower?

Catmint flower plants are famed for their resilience and versatility. Here’s why New Zealand gardeners love catmint: - Long Flowering Season: Few perennials match catmint for persistent blooms. Varieties such as Nepeta 'Six Hills Giant' (Catmint) deliver masses of colourful flower spikes from November well into late summer. - Pollinator Friendly: The catmint flower is a favourite of bees, butterflies, and beneficial insects, making it ideal for wildlife gardens. - Drought Tolerant: Once established, catmint copes well with dry conditions and poor soils—perfect for low maintenance gardens. - Versatile Uses: Catmint blends beautifully with formal and informal planting schemes. Its relaxed habit softens the edges of paths, borders, and makes a fine underplanting for roses like Rose 'Desiree'.

Best Catmint Flower Varieties for NZ Gardens

With so many lovely options, choosing the right catmint flower variety for your space is easy:

How to Grow Catmint Flower

Catmint flower is wonderfully undemanding. Plant in full sun for the best show, although varieties like Nepeta 'Six Hills Giant' (Catmint) will also tolerate partial shade. Drainage is vital—catmint dislikes soggy soils. Give your plants a gentle trim after their first flush of blooms to encourage more flowers and a tidy shape. Catmint rarely suffers from pests or diseases, making it a smart choice for organic and wildlife-friendly gardens.

Pairing Catmint Flower in the Garden

The soft blues and purples of the catmint flower create a dreamy palette when teamed with pink roses like Rose 'Desiree', silvers, and whites. Try weaving catmint among lavenders, salvias, or ornamental grasses for a layered, textured effect that lasts from spring till autumn.

Catmint flower isn’t just beautiful—it’s a practical, rewarding performer for New Zealand gardens, offering lasting colour and charm. Discover the perfect variety for your space today!


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