Nepeta ‘Walker’s Low’ – Catmint (Nepeta × faassenii)

Nepeta ‘Walker’s Low’ is a celebrated catmint variety known for its abundant lavender-blue flower spikes, aromatic foliage, and exceptional drought tolerance. Despite its name, it forms a graceful, midsized mound that blooms for months with almost no maintenance.

🌱 Why Gardeners Love Nepeta ‘Walker’s Low’

✔ Long-lasting lavender-blue blooms – Flowers heavily from late spring through autumn.
✔ Aromatic, soft foliage – Grey-green leaves add texture and a gentle fragrance to garden borders.
✔ Drought-hardy perennial – Thrives in hot, dry, poor soils once established.
✔ Pollinator magnet – Attracts bees, butterflies, and beneficial insects.
✔ Low-maintenance and reliable – Performs beautifully with minimal care.

🏡 How to Use Nepeta ‘Walker’s Low’ in Your Garden

✅ Garden borders – Ideal for softening edges and creating flowing drifts of colour.
✅ Cottage and coastal gardens – Perfect for relaxed, sun-loving landscapes.
✅ Companion planting – Pairs wonderfully with roses, salvias, echinacea, and grasses.
✅ Mass planting – Forms broad sweeps of lavender-blue when used in groups.

Easy Planting & Care Guide

• Spacing: Plant 40 to 50cm apart for borders or mass displays. Add more plants to create fuller drifts of colour.

• Best Planting Time: Can be planted year-round, best seasons are autumn and spring.

• Mulching & Fertilising: This hardy perennial thrives naturally and does not require mulching or fertiliser to stay healthy.

❔ FAQs About Nepeta ‘Walker’s Low’

How tall does Nepeta ‘Walker’s Low’ grow?
It typically reaches 50–70cm tall with a gracefully mounding habit.

How long is its flowering season?
It blooms for months, often from late spring to early autumn—with repeat flushes.

Is it drought-tolerant?
Yes, it performs extremely well in dry, sunny conditions once established.

Do cats like this variety?
Many cats are attracted to catmint, though reactions vary from plant to plant.

Does it need pruning?
A light trim after the first major flowering encourages new growth and a repeat bloom.

🌿 Ready to Transform Your Garden?

Don’t wait, secure your Nepeta ‘Walker’s Low’ today and enjoy months of soft lavender-blue colour!