Catmint, Junior Walker #1

Catmint Junior Walker
Nepeta 'Junior Walker'

• Height: Typically 12–18 inches tall in Michigan’s climate
• Spread: Around 18–24 inches wide
• Spacing: Plant 18–24 inches apart for a tidy, bold display
• Growth Rate: Moderate
• Deciduous

Description

Catmint Junior Walker provides a refreshing show of soft lavender-blue flowers from late spring through summer, set against aromatic, gray-green foliage. Its satisfying, low-mounding habit creates a polished statement in sunny borders or along pathways. This showstopper is known to attract butterflies and is reliably deer-resistant, ensuring a stunning performance in the landscape. Thanks to its compact form, Catmint Junior Walker also does beautifully in containers, offering a lovely splash of color and fragrance on patios or entryways.

General Care

• Sunlight: Thrives in full sun to partial shade, with at least 4–6 hours of direct sunlight daily.
• Soil: Prefers well-drained, moderately fertile soil; adding organic matter helps improve drainage in heavier soils.
• Watering: Water regularly during the first growing season to establish strong roots. Once mature, it tolerates short dry spells but benefits from consistent moisture in extended heat.
• Mulching: A 2–3 inch layer of mulch helps maintain soil moisture and moderate temperatures; keep mulch slightly away from the stems.
• Pruning: Shear back lightly after the main flush of blooms to encourage a second flowering; cut down old stems in late fall or early spring for a fresh start.

Catmint Junior Walker brings a gorgeous, modern edge to Michigan landscapes, combining fragrance, elegance, and long-lasting color in one delightful package.