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The Cat's Pajamas Catmint is a fragrant long bloomer that looks great in any landscape! It is drought tolerant, resistant to deer and rabbits. This perennial is compact and fits into smaller spaces. It has continuous blooms that are a unique indigo blue that adds color to your space!
The foliage is a rich green and fragrant, but the blooms are what steal the show. They are an indigo blue and last all summer long. Past their peak the rosy purple calyxes remain and add interest. The blooms extend from tip to soil and are fragrant. It has an upright ball-like growing habit that adds to its interest. It gets its name due to the scent its stems give off when they are broken. It reaches a compact height of twelve to fourteen inches with a spread of eighteen to twenty inches. The size of the Cat's Pajamas Catmint makes it perfect for almost any space. Use is as a border plant, in mass planting, edging, in containers. Its cut flowers and foliage are great additions for arrangements. It works well in small spaces and is a great choice for focal points.
Cat's Pajamas Catmint Care
The Cat's Pajamas Catmint is an easy to grow perennial. Plant in a spot that gets at least six hours of sunlight daily. Soil should be well-drained with low to medium moisture. It tolerates all soil types and isn’t picky about pH. Water needs for the Cat's Pajamas Catmint are low. Fertilizer can be applied in the spring. Trimming back by half encourages rebloom. Mulching in the winter will help protect the roots in colder climates.
Cat's Pajamas Catmint Spacing
The Cat's Pajamas Catmint is a compact perennial but should be spaced properly. Plant this at least 18 inches apart, measuring from the center of one plant to the center of the next, to keep it healthy for years. Container size recommended is at least four gallons.
Cat's Pajamas Catmint Plant Facts
USDA Hardiness Zones: 3-8 |
Flower Color(s): Blue |
Bloom Period: Spring to Summer |
Foliage Color(s): Green |
Light Exposure: Full Sun |
Height Class: Short |
Height: 12-14 Inches |
Spread: 18-20 Inches |
Spacing: 18-20 Inches |
Habit: Mounded |
Watering: Average |
Drought Tolerant: Yes |
Resists: Deer |
Attracts: Hummingbirds, Butterflies & Bees |
Features: Drought; Heat Tolerant; Long Blooming |
Scientific Name: Cat's Pajamas' Nepeta hybrid USPPAF |
Common Name: Cat's Pajamas Catmint |
Other Name(s): Catnip |
Brand: Proven Winners |
- SKU:
- NEPCP
Container Sizes
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.

Quart Pot
Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts

2.5 Quart
Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts

#1 Pot
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts

#2 Pot
Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons

#3 Pot
Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons

#5 Pot
Also Known As:
#5 Container
5 Gallon
Plant Age:
~3-4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 20" - 60"
Pot Size:
~11" H x 10 1/2” W
Volume:
3.5 - 4 gallons

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Pre-Ordered Plants
Pre-ordered plants are scheduled to ship in Spring 2025. We carefully plan our shipping dates based on your USDA Plant Hardiness Zone to ensure optimal planting conditions upon arrival. Want it sooner/later? Reach out, and we'll try our best to accommodate.
Estimated Spring Shipping Schedule
Estimated ship week for pre-ordered plants will ship based on growing zones as shown below.
Growing Zone | Estimated Ship Week |
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Zone 10 | March 24th |
Zone 9 | March 31st |
Zone 8 | April 7th |
Zone 7 | April 14th |
Zone 6b | April 21st |
Zone 6a | April 28th |
Zone 5b | May 5th |
Zone 5a | May 12th |
Zone 4 | May 19th |
Zone 3 | May 26th |
Note: These are only estimated ship dates. Plants may ship out later depending on weather & growing conditions of the plant.
Note: Only plants indicated as pre-order will ship as shown above. All other plants and hard goods will ship as normal.
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