Nepeta faassenii Senior 11cm Pot

• Nepeta × faassenii ‘Senior’ – Compact Catmint

  Nepeta × faassenii ‘Senior’ is a compact, aromatic perennial valued for its soft lavender-blue flowers borne in abundance from late spring through summer, often with repeat flowering if cut back. The grey-green, fragrant foliage forms a neat mound, making it ideal for borders, containers, and edging.

  Highly attractive to bees and other pollinators, this low-maintenance plant is drought tolerant once established and performs reliably in a wide range of garden settings. Perfect for cottage gardens, Mediterranean schemes, and mixed perennial borders, ‘Senior’ provides long-lasting colour, texture, and movement.

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  Why Grow Nepeta × faassenii ‘Senior’?

  • Lavender-Blue Flowers – Long flowering season

  • Compact Habit – Ideal for borders and containers

  • Pollinator Friendly – Attracts bees and beneficial insects

  • Aromatic Foliage – Adds scent and texture

  • Low Maintenance – Hardy and drought tolerant

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  Height and Spread

  Approximately 30–40cm high with a spread of 40–50cm.

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  Growing Conditions

  • Soil: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil

  • Aspect: Full sun for best flowering

  • Watering: Water until established; drought tolerant thereafter

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  Maintenance

  Shear back after the first flush of flowers to encourage repeat blooming. Cut back hard in early spring. Generally pest- and disease-free.

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  Conclusion

  Nepeta × faassenii ‘Senior’ is a compact, free-flowering catmint offering long-lasting colour, pollinator appeal, and minimal maintenance. An excellent choice for borders, containers, and informal planting schemes.

Nepeta faassenii Senior 11cm Pot Grasslands Nursery Lavender

Does the height include the pot?

No, we measure from the top of the pot to the tip of the plant except for some of the instant planted screens, in this case it will be stated in the description

How long does delivery take?

Most orders are delivered in just a few days, Smaller items are often sent with Parcelforce on a next day service, Larger items should allow up to 10 days due to the size of the items they often have to be sent on our own transport.

Where will you leave my plants?

We will leave your order at the front of your property, Parcelforce may
leave your items in a safe place if you let us know, Pallet couriers
will require a flat hard surface to deliver to, no gravel or soil, a
driveway or parking spot would be best. Most importantly Deliveries by
pallet courier will require access for a large truck (bin lorry sized)
to get near the delivery point. Deliveries sent on our own transport may come in a small van or larger truck.