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Catnip Seeds - Nepeta cataria
Hardy perennial Catnip seeds with aromatic foliage for cat-friendly gardens, sunny herb borders, cottage planting and bee-friendly wildlife spaces. Choose 0.3g, 1g or 2.5g seed packets.
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UK Seller • Freshly Packed Seeds • Free 2nd Class Postage • Postage Upgrades Available • Multi-Buy Seed Discounts • 60 Day Returns on Unopened Seed Packets
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Packet Size
0.3g, 1g or 2.5g
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Sow
Feb-May Under Cover / Apr-Jun Outdoors
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Position
Full Sun
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Life Cycle
Hardy Perennial
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Catnip Seeds for Cats, Pollinators and Herb Gardens
Grow Catnip, also known as Nepeta cataria, a hardy herbaceous perennial forming loose, bushy clumps of strongly aromatic grey-green foliage. Small white flowers spotted with violet are carried in long, dense terminal spikes from summer into autumn.
Catnip is a lovely choice for sunny borders, cottage gardens, wildlife areas and herb planting. Its aromatic foliage is highly attractive to many cats, while the flowers provide nectar and pollen for bees and other pollinating insects.
Ideal for buyers searching for catnip seeds, Nepeta cataria seeds, perennial herb seeds, bee friendly plants and cat garden plants.
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What You Receive
You will receive your selected packet size of Catnip / Nepeta cataria seeds. Available options are 0.3g, 1g and 2.5g.
Catnip seed is supplied by weight. Seed size and count vary naturally from batch to batch, so an exact seed count is not guaranteed.
Seeds are supplied in a clearly labelled packet and posted from the UK. Larger selected weights may sometimes be supplied as multiple smaller packets to make up the chosen amount.
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Quick Growing Guide
| Sow |
Sow under cover from February to May, or direct sow outdoors from April to June after hard frost risk has passed. Scatter thinly on moist fine seed compost, press in or cover only very lightly; do not bury deeply. |
| Position |
Grow in full sun in any well-drained soil. Suitable for chalk, loam or sand, and for herb gardens, cottage borders and wildlife planting. |
| Germination |
Usually around 7-21 days at approximately 16-20°C in suitable conditions. Keep compost or soil evenly moist but not waterlogged. |
| Flowering |
Small white flowers spotted with violet are usually produced from summer into autumn once plants are established. |
| Life Cycle |
Hardy herbaceous perennial. Plants may die back in winter and regrow in spring; trim after flowering to help keep growth compact. |
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Why Grow Catnip?
- Strongly aromatic foliage highly attractive to many cats - individual responses can vary.
- Bee and pollinator friendly flowers that provide nectar and pollen from summer into autumn.
- Hardy perennial planting for sunny beds, borders, cottage gardens and herb gardens.
- Loose, bushy plants around 0.5-1m high and wide in suitable growing conditions.
- Well suited to well-drained soil and sunny positions; established plants are drought tolerant.
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Sowing Notes
Protect young seedlings from slugs and snails, and from cats that may dig or roll on newly planted Catnip. Thin or plant out seedlings once large enough to handle, allowing about 30-45cm between plants. Trim after flowering to keep plants bushy and compact. Seeds are supplied for sowing only.
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Mix & Match Seed Multi-Buy
Add eligible seed packets to your basket and eBay will apply the available multi-buy discount at checkout. Perfect for building a bee-friendly garden, wildflower patch, herb garden or seasonal seed collection.
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Important Germination Notes & Disclaimer
By purchasing seeds from Bee Kind Reimagined, you acknowledge that seeds are natural living products. Germination and plant growth can be affected by temperature, moisture, light, sowing depth, compost or soil quality, storage, timing, aftercare and individual growing conditions, many of which are outside our control.
We supply fresh, viable seeds sourced from reputable suppliers and packed with care. However, we cannot guarantee successful germination or be responsible for growing results once seeds have been sown, stored incorrectly, or the packet has been opened.
Growing information is general guidance only. Catnip is supplied as seed for sowing, not for consumption or use in any product. Individual cats can react differently to Catnip foliage. Returns are accepted for unopened seed packets in line with our returns policy.
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Postage Information
• Free UK postage via Royal Mail 2nd Class
• Royal Mail 1st Class upgrade available at checkout
• Royal Mail Tracked 48 upgrade available at checkout
• Royal Mail Special Delivery by 1pm upgrade may be available at checkout
• Orders placed after 1pm Monday-Friday, at weekends or on UK bank holidays will be dispatched on the next working day
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International Delivery
Unfortunately, we do not offer delivery of seeds or seed-based products outside of the UK.
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Returns Policy
• We offer 60 day returns for unopened seed packets for peace of mind
• Please return unopened and unused packets in the same condition received
• Please contact us through eBay if there is any issue with your order
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What packet sizes are available?
A: Choose from 0.3g, 1g or 2.5g of Catnip / Nepeta cataria seed. It is sold by weight, so an exact seed count is not guaranteed.
Q: Is Catnip suitable for bees as well as cats?
A: Yes. The summer-to-autumn flowers provide nectar and pollen for bees and other pollinating insects, while the foliage is highly attractive to many cats.
Q: Where should I grow Catnip?
A: Choose a sunny, well-drained position. Catnip suits herb gardens, borders, cottage gardens and wildlife-friendly planting.
Q: Is postage free?
A: Yes. Free UK Royal Mail 2nd Class postage is included, with faster postage upgrades available at checkout.
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