Butterfly Host Plants. As seen on ABC Gardening Australia

Catmint

Nepeta catatica

plant family: Lamiaceae

A herbaceous perennial, Growing to 75cm, with small white flowers. Blooming from spring to autumn

Prefers full sun and well-drained, drought tolerant once established

Catmint contains the feline attractant nepetalactone

A nectar plant that attracts an assortment of bees, other beneficial insects and butterflies

Item added 24 September 2014

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