Kantnepeta – Mosquito repellent

Kantnepeta – Mosquito repellent

Latin name: Nepeta mussinii

Nepeta oleracea is a beautiful, aromatic perennial with purple-blue flowers and gray-green leaves that emit a pleasant fragrance. The plant is known to repel mosquitoes while also attracting butterflies and bees, making it an excellent choice for both gardens and patios. Its low, bushy growth habit also makes it perfect for flower beds and borders.

Cultivation information:

• Packaging: 0.5 g seeds
• Sowing time: February–May (pre-cultivation) or April–June (direct sowing)
• Flowering time: June–September
• Sowing depth: 0.5 cm
• Plant distance: 25–30 cm
• Row spacing: 30 cm
• Height: 30–40 cm
• Location: Sunny to partial shade
• Soil type: Well-drained, light and sandy soil
• Watering: Moderate, tolerates drought well

Cultivation tips:

• Can be sown directly on the growing site or grown indoors.
• Cut back after flowering to stimulate a second bloom.
• Drought tolerant and thrives in poor soils.

Use:

• Planted near patios and doors to repel mosquitoes.
• Perfect for edging, rockeries and flower beds.
• Attracts pollinators such as bees and butterflies.

Nepeta is an easy-care and fragrant plant that both enhances the beauty of the garden and helps keep mosquitoes away!