Nepeta hederacea 'Variegata'
syn. Glechoma hederaceae Variegata
- 9cm pot
- £6.99
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- Position: full sun or partial shade
- Soil: moderately fertile, moist but well-drained soil, or general-purpose potting compost for containers
- Rate of growth: average
- Flowering period: April to May
- Hardiness: fully hardy
With its bright green, scallop-shaped leaves that are heavily edged in creamy white, Nepeta hederacea 'Variegata' is sure to stand out as a complementary semi-evergreen for your tall pots, windowboxes, and hanging baskets.
The foliage has a beautiful, textured appearance which is enhanced by lilac-mauve flowers that appear in summer, attracting pollinators like bees and butterflies. Easy to grow and maintain, this trailing glechoma is an excellent choice for gardeners of all skill levels.
The foliage has a beautiful, textured appearance which is enhanced by lilac-mauve flowers that appear in summer, attracting pollinators like bees and butterflies. Easy to grow and maintain, this trailing glechoma is an excellent choice for gardeners of all skill levels.
Nepeta thrives in sunny, well-drained locations with slightly alkaline soil and should be planted with plenty of well-rotted organic matter into the backfill and immediate area. To encourage a second flush of blooms, prune it by one-third after the first flowering and cut back heavily in late winter to maintain its shape.
Regular deadheading will promote continuous flowering, and once established, water deeply but infrequently, to assist in developing drought-tolerance. Apply a light mulch around the base annually and avoid over-fertilising to prevent floppy growth. Divide the plant every 3-4 years to maintain its vigour.
Good air circulation is important to prevent fungal (mildew) issues so space plants accordingly - we recommend a spacing of 30cm (12in) between 9cm plants, and 45cm (18in) between 2 litre plants.
Regular deadheading will promote continuous flowering, and once established, water deeply but infrequently, to assist in developing drought-tolerance. Apply a light mulch around the base annually and avoid over-fertilising to prevent floppy growth. Divide the plant every 3-4 years to maintain its vigour.
Good air circulation is important to prevent fungal (mildew) issues so space plants accordingly - we recommend a spacing of 30cm (12in) between 9cm plants, and 45cm (18in) between 2 litre plants.
