The plant or seeds are ready. Now you are faced with the question: “Where should I plant the catnip?” Below you will find out what you need to consider when choosing a location.
Which location is best for catnip?
Catnip prefers a location that is in full sun to partial shade. Grey-leaved varieties grow best in full sun, green-leaved varieties in partially shaded areas. The soil should be medium-deep, well-drained, loose and with a pH value of 6.4.
A sun worshiper who is not afraid of partial shade
It should be full sun to partial shade. Catnip does not feel comfortable in deep shade. Grey-leaved varieties prefer a full sun location and cope well with dry periods. Green-leaved varieties, on the other hand, prefer a sunny to partially shaded location.
Variety-dependent soil requirements
The soil for catnip should be medium-deep, well-drained and loose. Normal garden soil is usually ideal. The following soil characteristics continue to be accommodating in growth:
- medium to high nutrient content
- fresh to moderately moist
- pH value of 6.4
- gravelly-loamy to sandy-loamy
Tips & Tricks
Since catnip is a popular pasture for bees, you should not plant it directly next to seating areas. Also remember that catnip attracts cats like light attracts mosquitoes!