What is this?

Discussion in 'Plants: Identification' started by Sue S, Sep 3, 2005.

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    I know this is going to be an easy one for you...but I planted this last summer and I can't remember for the life of me what it is. I figure it is in the mint family by the looks of it, and it smells much like beebalm. Please put me out of my misery and refresh my memory of what it is. Thanks.
     

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    growest Active Member 10 Years

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    Catnip/catmint

    Nepeta cataria
     
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    Really?! I remember buying the starter plant because of the bright yellow-green foliage. I didn't think it was catnip or catmint because I thought that foliage was more of a grey-green. Is it a specific variety? Thanks!
     
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    growest Active Member 10 Years

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    Sorry Sue, now I'm wavering!

    If you're familiar with catnip, and this is different...there are a ton of different nepetas other than just the catnip. Seems like catnip flowers are usually paler than the nice blue on your plant, too. I couldn't see the yellow of the leaves in your pic, but that is probably also a clue to the variety.

    Glen
     

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