Catnip Latin: Nepeta cataria

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A hardy perennial that can also be a lovely ornamental herb with pale lavender blooms and crinkly gray-green foliage. Well known for its ability to make cats playful, its effect on us is rather calming. The leaves may be added to salads or brewed into a soothing tea. Grows 60-90cm (24-36") tall. Blooms on and off the entire summer.