Catnip ORGANIC Non-GMO Heirloom Seeds 2026

CATNIP (Nepeta Cataria) is a staple in my garden and has been grown in America since at least the 1700s. Bushy plants spread 2-3' when mature. Very drought-tolerant once plants are established. Perennial in zones 3-4, but I have had success maintaining this plant year to year in zone 7 with some refresher seeding. You may too if you give it a protected corner. Keep it pinched back to prevent it going to seed and you will have bushy healthy plants all during the growing season. Useful in the vegetable garden as well as it deters flea beetles, so inter-plant with your eggplant! 50 seeds.

GROWING TIPS: Start indoors 6-12 weeks before last frost date, hardening off before transplanting. Or direct sow, if your location will permit (it thrives when direct sown here in central North Carolina zone 7B with plenty of time to complete its cycle). Once established keep pinched back to maintain and prevent going to seed. Germination can be slow, taking 3 weeks or more, so be vigilant and don't let dry out, but don't soak either.

CherryGal has been providing Organic, non-GMO, Heirloom seeds to the home gardener since 1999. Seeds are either certified organic, or organically grown in my organic garden using sustainable organic practices. Seeds are not treated and are fresh to the year indicated in the title. Packets are small because we want each gardener to be able to afford a wide variety of vegetables, fruits, herbs and flowers. By growing such a variety, you will be attracting pollinators and adding to the beauty and enjoyment of your backyard garden.