Nepeta × faassenii ‘Blue Wonder’ – Intense Blue Catmint
Nepeta × faassenii ‘Blue Wonder’ is a compact, aromatic perennial noted for its intense violet-blue flowers, produced in abundance from late spring through summer, often repeating if cut back. Its grey-green, fragrant foliage forms a tidy, mound-shaped plant, making it ideal for borders, containers, and edging.
Highly attractive to bees and other pollinators, this hardy, low-maintenance plant is drought tolerant once established and performs well in a wide range of garden settings. Perfect for cottage gardens, Mediterranean-style planting, and mixed perennial borders, ‘Blue Wonder’ offers strong colour, texture, and reliability.
Why Grow Nepeta × faassenii ‘Blue Wonder’?
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Deep Violet-Blue Flowers – Rich, long-lasting colour
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Compact Habit – Neat and tidy growth
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Pollinator Friendly – Excellent for bees
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Aromatic Foliage – Adds scent and texture
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Low Maintenance – Hardy and drought tolerant
Height and Spread
Approximately 30–40cm high with a spread of 40–50cm.
Growing Conditions
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Soil: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil
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Aspect: Full sun for best flowering
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Watering: Water until established; drought tolerant thereafter
Maintenance
Shear back after flowering to encourage repeat blooms. Cut back hard in early spring. Generally trouble-free.
Conclusion
Nepeta × faassenii ‘Blue Wonder’ is a compact, free-flowering catmint delivering intense colour, pollinator appeal, and excellent garden performance with minimal care.