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nepeta purrsian blue

Nepeta purrsian blue is a standout perennial for New Zealand gardens, highly appreciated for its long-lasting blooms and low-maintenance nature. This charming variety of catmint features striking deep blue flowers that appear in abundance from late spring through autumn, attracting pollinators like bees and butterflies. Compact and tidy in its growth, Nepeta purrsian blue offers a refined option for borders, cottage gardens, and containers, creating waves of colour and soft, aromatic foliage that releases a pleasant fragrance when brushed. Perfect for both experienced gardeners and beginners, Nepeta purrsian blue thrives in a range of garden settings, providing not just beauty but resilience against drought and poor soils.

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 through summer. Taller than most Catmints, this variety creates a soft, flowing effect in NZ gardens, attracting bees and butterflies in abundance. Its drought tolerance and low maintenance needs make it ideal for both cottage and modern landscapes. 'Six Hills Giant' delivers colour, fragrance, and resilience with ease.

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From $18.83

Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate

Plant type: Perennials

Height: 50 cm

Spread: 75 cm

Flowering time: Summer, Autumn

Tolerances: Hardy

Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Pool areas

Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Modern

Phlebodium aureum Blue Star (Blue Star Fern)

The Blue Star Fern features wavy leaves that are a blue-green colour. This popular indoor plant grows as a clump to about 30 cm tall and the same wide. It grows best when positioned in partial shade on a well-drained soil in a sheltered spot. It will not tolerate wet growing conditions or frost. This Fern makes for a fantastic potted plant but can also be grown outdoors in warmer climates. In such environments it is often planted around pool and other outdoor living areas. This is an easy plant to grow and very forgiving.

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From $37.73

Suited to regions: Subtropical

Plant type: Indoor Plants

Height: 30 cm

Spread: 30 cm

Tolerances: Shade

Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Patios, Pool areas

Garden styles: Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Modern, Tropical

Nepeta purrsian blue Characteristics

One of the main reasons gardeners choose Nepeta purrsian blue is its adaptability and robust performance. Growing to around 30–35cm tall and up to 45cm wide, it forms a neat, well-branched mound that stays compact throughout the season. The slender, grey-green leaves are aromatic, making Nepeta purrsian blue an excellent addition to sensory gardens. Its deep blue flower spikes appear continuously from late spring, often until the first frosts, giving months of garden interest and colour when other perennials are slowing down.

Ideal Growing Conditions for Nepeta purrsian blue

Nepeta purrsian blue is incredibly hardy and tolerates a range of conditions, as long as it receives full sun and well-drained soil. It is also well-suited to dry areas or exposed sites, making it an excellent choice for those looking to create a low-water garden. Once established, it requires very little care—simply shear the spent flowers to encourage further blooming. Nepeta purrsian blue also handles New Zealand’s variable climate with ease, coping well with summer heat and occasional dry spells.

Landscape Uses for Nepeta purrsian blue

This versatile catmint excels at softening garden edges, spilling gently over pathways, and mixing beautifully with roses, lavenders, and other perennials. Nepeta purrsian blue’s compact form ensures it never overwhelms its neighbours, making it a perfect fit for small urban gardens, mass plantings, or as a border front. For those seeking to create a pollinator-friendly garden, its continuous blooms are a magnet for beneficial bees and butterflies. Plant Nepeta purrsian blue en masse for a calming blue drift, or tuck it into containers for patio colour.

Related Nepeta Varieties

For gardeners interested in exploring more catmints, we also offer other outstanding Nepeta varieties. Consider Nepeta mussinii (Catmint), a classic for soft blue drifts, or the robust Nepeta 'Blue Wonder' (Catmint) for reliable, long-season colour. The popular Nepeta 'Walkers Low' (Catmint) and majestic Nepeta 'Six Hills Giant' (Catmint) both offer different heights and habit for various design needs. If you favour a soft, spreading effect, Nepeta faassenii is a superb, floriferous choice.

Growing and Maintaining Nepeta purrsian blue

Caring for Nepeta purrsian blue couldn’t be simpler. Once planted, occasional watering in dry spells and a light trim after flowering will keep plants looking their best and encourage further blooms. This variety is generally untroubled by pests or diseases and is resistant to deer and rabbits—an added bonus for rural gardens. Enjoy the ease, beauty, and bee-friendly qualities of Nepeta purrsian blue in your garden this season and discover why it’s a favourite amongst New Zealand gardeners.

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