Persian Catmint 'Little Titch' (Nepeta racemosa 'Little Titch'): Tiny, Floriferous Catmint for Edges and Containers

Overview

Persian catmint 'Little Titch' (Nepeta racemosa 'Little Titch') is a diminutive, mound-forming perennial, only 8-10 inches tall and wide, with aromatic, gray-green leaves and a profusion of lavender-blue flower spikes from late spring to fall. A compact selection ideal for small spaces.

Botanical Details

• Family: Lamiaceae (mint family)
• Genus: Nepeta
• Species: racemosa
• Cultivar: 'Little Titch'
• Synonym: Nepeta mussinii

Culture & Uses

Full sun, well-drained soil. Drought-tolerant. Shear after first bloom for rebloom. Use as edging, in rock gardens, containers, fairy gardens. Attracts bees, butterflies; cats may enjoy foliage. Deer and rabbit resistant. Hardy in USDA zones 4-8.