{"product_id":"nepeta-cataria-nova-blue","title":"Nepeta cataria 'Nova Blue'","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"40\" data-start=\"0\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"16\" data-start=\"0\"\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"19\" data-start=\"16\"\u003eCatmint ‘Nova Blue’\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1044\" data-start=\"42\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"58\" data-start=\"42\"\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"61\" data-start=\"58\"\u003eNepeta cataria ‘Nova Blue’ is a compact, aromatic perennial prized for its masses of soft violet-blue flower spikes and silvery-green foliage. Flowering generously from spring through summer and often into autumn in Melbourne’s temperate climate, it provides a long-lasting display of colour while attracting bees and other beneficial pollinators. The fine-textured foliage releases a pleasant herbal fragrance when brushed against and forms a neat, mounding habit that works beautifully at the front of borders, along pathways, or spilling from decorative pots. Thriving in full sun and well-drained soil, ‘Nova Blue’ is drought tolerant once established and performs reliably through Melbourne’s warmer months. Light pruning after the first flush of flowers will encourage repeat blooming and maintain a compact, tidy shape. Its soft colouring pairs effortlessly with roses, salvias, and ornamental grasses, making it a versatile addition to cottage and contemporary gardens alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1100\" data-start=\"1046\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1055\" data-start=\"1046\"\u003eForm:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1058\" data-start=\"1055\"\u003eShrub - Clumping \/ Grass-like \/ Mounding\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1157\" data-start=\"1102\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1118\" data-start=\"1102\"\u003eMature Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1121\" data-start=\"1118\"\u003eHeight: 40–60 cm\u003cbr data-end=\"1140\" data-start=\"1137\"\u003eWidth: 50–70 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1183\" data-start=\"1159\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1170\" data-start=\"1159\"\u003eAspect:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1173\" data-start=\"1170\"\u003eFull Sun\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1261\" data-start=\"1185\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1199\" data-start=\"1185\"\u003eFlowering:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1202\" data-start=\"1199\"\u003eFlowers in Spring\u003cbr data-end=\"1222\" data-start=\"1219\"\u003eFlowers in Summer\u003cbr data-end=\"1242\" data-start=\"1239\"\u003eFlowers in Autumn\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1309\" data-start=\"1263\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1281\" data-start=\"1263\"\u003eFlower Colour:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1284\" data-start=\"1281\"\u003eViolet-blue\u003cbr data-end=\"1298\" data-start=\"1295\"\u003eSoft blue\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1503\" data-start=\"1311\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1330\" data-start=\"1311\"\u003eKey Attributes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1333\" data-start=\"1330\"\u003eSuitable for Pots\u003cbr data-end=\"1353\" data-start=\"1350\"\u003eBee Attracting\u003cbr data-end=\"1370\" data-start=\"1367\"\u003eHerbaceous\u003cbr data-end=\"1383\" data-start=\"1380\"\u003ePerennial\u003cbr data-end=\"1395\" data-start=\"1392\"\u003eDrought Tolerant once established\u003cbr data-end=\"1431\" data-start=\"1428\"\u003eLong Flowering Season\u003cbr data-end=\"1455\" data-start=\"1452\"\u003eLow Maintenance\u003cbr data-end=\"1473\" data-start=\"1470\"\u003eSuitable for Cottage Gardens\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1634\" data-start=\"1505\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1518\" data-start=\"1505\"\u003eToxicity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1521\" data-start=\"1518\"\u003eGenerally considered non-toxic to humans and pets, though it may stimulate playful behaviour in cats if ingested.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"1717\" data-start=\"1636\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1657\" data-start=\"1636\"\u003eCompanion Plants:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1660\" data-start=\"1657\"\u003eRoses\u003cbr data-end=\"1668\" data-start=\"1665\"\u003eSalvia\u003cbr data-end=\"1677\" data-start=\"1674\"\u003eLavender\u003cbr data-end=\"1688\" data-start=\"1685\"\u003eAchillea\u003cbr data-end=\"1699\" data-start=\"1696\"\u003eOrnamental Grasses\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"1717\" data-start=\"1636\"\u003eFor more information and photos of this species, Warners Nursery has detailed information available to the public \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.warners.com.au\/product-group\/2211-nepeta-cataria-nova-blue-\/category\/38-small-to-medium-shrubs-hedging\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Warners","offers":[{"title":"17CM","offer_id":47533322240165,"sku":null,"price":16.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0687\/2911\/0693\/files\/Nepeta_cataria_Nova_Blue_17CM.jpg?v=1772237702","url":"https:\/\/theplantbroker.com.au\/products\/nepeta-cataria-nova-blue","provider":"The Plant Broker","version":"1.0","type":"link"}