Botanical Name

Nepeta x faassenii 'Cat's Meow'

Commonly known as Cat's Meow Catmint

Nepeta x faassenii 'Cat's Meow' (Cat's Meow Catmint)
Perennial

Tidy, dome-shaped habit that never flops open. Stays compact without shearing.

Quick Reference
Bloom Season
May to Sep
USDA Zones
3-9
Sun
Full Sun
Water
Low - drought tolerant
Mature Height
15-20"
Bloom Colors
BluePurple
Deer Resistant Pollinator Friendly Low Maintenance Fragrant Container Friendly
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About This Name

Nepeta x faassenii 'Cat's Meow' is the scientific name used by botanists, nurseries, and seed catalogs to identify Cat's Meow Catmint unambiguously. The genus Nepeta places it within a specific plant family, and using the botanical name avoids the confusion that comes with regional common names. If you're shopping for Cat's Meow Catmint, looking up plant care details, or comparing varieties, searching by Nepeta x faassenii 'Cat's Meow' will give you the most precise results.