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nepeta racemosa

Nepeta racemosa, commonly known as dwarf catmint, is a charming perennial that’s ideal for New Zealand gardens seeking easy-care colour. This delightful herb is prized for its dense clusters of soft lavender-blue flowers and aromatic, grey-green foliage, providing a long-lasting display from late spring through summer. Nepeta racemosa attracts bees and butterflies, boosts pollination, and thrives in a range of environments. If you're searching for a versatile plant that gives borders, containers, or cottage gardens an extra pop of resilience and beauty, Nepeta racemosa is a top pick.

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.

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
A large Calamagrostis 'Overdam' grass with elegant, variegated foliage.

Calamagrostis 'Overdam'

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Calamagrostis ‘Overdam’ is a striking variegated ornamental grass that delivers elegant upright form and delicate texture to garden borders and landscaping. With green and creamy-white striped foliage and feathery plumes in summer, this clump-forming grass is both functional and decorative. The Plant Company supplies top-quality, NZ-grown Calamagrostis ‘Overdam’ for use in modern and low-maintenance garden designs.

Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Grasses
Height: 90 cm
Spread: 50 cm
Flowering time: Summer, Autumn, Winter
Tolerances: Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy, Wind
Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Pool areas
Garden styles: Alpine, Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern
Nepeta 'Six Hills Giant' (Catmint)

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Why Choose Nepeta racemosa?

Nepeta racemosa stands out for its reliable flowering and robust growth. Its compact size makes it perfect for edging paths, filling gaps in perennial borders, or adding interest to patios. The foliage’s fresh scent is not only loved by humans; it’s also renowned for its appeal to cats, which will often nibble or roll near these plants. For gardeners looking to create wildlife-friendly spaces, nepeta racemosa is a magnet for pollinators such as bees and butterflies, helping to foster a healthy ecosystem.

Growing Nepeta racemosa in New Zealand

One of the joys of nepeta racemosa is its adaptability. It flourishes in full sun to light shade and prefers well-drained soil, making it a superb option for those drier spots in the garden. Once established, it’s drought-tolerant, needing minimal maintenance—simply trim spent flower spikes to encourage a second flush of blooms. Its resistance to pests and diseases makes it a low-fuss favourite for gardeners at all levels. Pairing nepeta racemosa with robust perennials such as Actaea simplex Brunette or Actaea racemosa can create a layered, textured look that thrives across seasons.

Landscaping Uses and Plant Companions

Nepeta racemosa is highly versatile, fitting beautifully into cottage gardens, mixed perennial borders, and modern containers alike. It complements roses superbly, softening their appearance and helping deter aphids. Consider planting it alongside classic blooms like Rose 'Elegant Lady', Rose 'Elina', or Rose 'Diamond Jubilee' for a sophisticated contrast—its cool tones highlight the rich hues of rose flowers while creating a serene, pollinator-friendly landscape.

Caring for Nepeta racemosa

Nepeta racemosa is incredibly easy to care for. It simply needs a sunny spot and occasional watering during prolonged dry spells. Regular deadheading keeps the plant tidy and encourages more flowers. Cut back the stems after flowering to rejuvenate growth or shape plants to suit your garden’s design. Thanks to its tolerance to poorer soils, nepeta racemosa offers reliable performance even for gardeners with less-than-perfect soil conditions.


Explore our full range of perennials and roses, including Actaea simplex Brunette, Actaea racemosa, Rose 'Elegant Lady', Rose 'Elina', and Rose 'Diamond Jubilee' for fresh inspiration in your New Zealand garden. Let nepeta racemosa be the start of a low-maintenance, pollinator-friendly planting scheme that shines from spring through autumn.


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