Catnip is a strong-smelling herb. It is native to Central Europe, though it can now be found in most of Canada and the Northeast United States.

Dark green leaves and white flowering heads.

Catnip (Nepeta cataria) is a fragrant, perennial herb in the mint family valued for both its botanical charm and its unique effects on animals and people. The plant features square stems, bushy branching growth reaching about 2 to 3 feet tall, and soft, grayish-green, hairy, heart-shaped leaves, along with small white to pale pink or purple-spotted flowers that bloom in spikes from late spring through fall and attract bees and butterflies. Widely known for triggering a temporary euphoric and playful response in about two-thirds of cats due to the compound nepetalactone, catnip typically causes rolling, excitement, and stimulation for several minutes before giving way to a calm, relaxed state. Beyond its feline appeal, catnip has a long history of human use, commonly brewed as a caffeine-free herbal tea with a faintly minty, pungent, and slightly bitter flavor, traditionally used to promote relaxation, aid sleep, reduce fever, and soothe digestive discomfort such as gas and colic. It is also valued as a natural insect repellent and a pollinator-friendly addition to herb gardens.

Type	Herbs
Family	Family Varies
Temperature Soil	50-60F
Temperature Daytime	50-85F
Temperature Evening	45F
Lighting	Partial, 2-4 Hours/Day
Water	Light, 6 Gallons/Week
Maturity	65-100 Days Harvest
PH Neutral	5.5-8.0
Zones	2A-10B
Plant Placement	3 Plants, 3 Rows