Nepeta × faassenii ‘Walker’s Low’ – Award-Winning Catmint
Nepeta × faassenii ‘Walker’s Low’ is an award-winning, aromatic perennial renowned for its lavender-blue flowers produced in abundance from late spring through summer, often continuing into early autumn if cut back. The grey-green, fragrant foliage forms a broad, spreading mound, making it ideal for borders, edging, and pollinator-friendly planting schemes.
Highly attractive to bees and other beneficial insects, this hardy, low-maintenance plant thrives in well-drained soil and full sun. Perfect for cottage gardens, Mediterranean-style planting, and mixed perennial borders, ‘Walker’s Low’ delivers exceptional performance, long flowering, and strong garden presence.
Why Grow Nepeta × faassenii ‘Walker’s Low’?
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Lavender-Blue Flowers – Long-lasting and abundant
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Extended Flowering Season – Late spring to summer, often longer
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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 45–60cm high with a spread of 60–90cm.
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 the main flush of flowers to encourage repeat blooming. Cut back hard in early spring. Generally trouble-free.
Conclusion
Nepeta × faassenii ‘Walker’s Low’ is a classic, free-flowering catmint offering long-lasting colour, outstanding pollinator value, and excellent garden performance with minimal care.