Nepeta Snowflake

Nepeta ‘Snowflake’, commonly known as White Catmint, is a sophisticated addition to the Nepeta family, offering a profusion of delicate, pure white blooms that grace your garden from late spring to early autumn. Known for its compact, arching growth habit, this variety forms neat mounds of fragrant, grey-green foliage that serves as a striking backdrop to its pristine flowers. The soft, cascading effect of its stems makes it an excellent choice for borders, pathways, or containers, bringing brightness and movement to any garden setting.

Reaching a height of around 30–40 cm and spreading to 50 cm, Nepeta ‘Snowflake’ is perfectly proportioned for smaller gardens or as a soft edging plant. Its aromatic leaves release a fresh herbal scent when brushed against, making it not only a visual delight but also a sensory one. Bees, butterflies, and other pollinators adore this plant, and its long flowering season ensures your garden remains a haven for wildlife for months on end.

Unlike some larger Nepeta varieties, ‘Snowflake’ has a tidy, non-invasive growth habit, making it ideal for modern, low-maintenance gardens. Its drought tolerance and ability to thrive in poor soils make it a dependable performer, even in challenging conditions. Whether paired with pastel perennials for a romantic cottage garden look or used as a cooling contrast to bold, colourful blooms, Nepeta ‘Snowflake’ brings understated elegance wherever it’s planted.

Botanical Name: Nepeta racemosa 'Snowflake' syn. Nepeta × faassenii 'Snowflake'
Common Name: White Catmint
Height: 30–40 cm
Spread: 50 cm
Flowering Period: Late spring to early autumn
Foliage: Aromatic grey-green leaves, slightly soft to the touch
Preferred Conditions: Well-drained soil in full sun, though it tolerates partial shade
Plants per Square Metre: 6–8 for a dense, lush effect

Special Features:
- Pure white blooms for a clean, fresh look
- Long flowering season that attracts pollinators
- Drought-tolerant and low-maintenance
- Non-invasive growth habit, ideal for borders and containers

Planting and Care Tips:
- Plant in a sunny spot with well-drained soil; tolerates light shade.
- Water regularly until established, then reduce frequency.
- Trim after the first flush of flowers to encourage repeat blooming.
- Works beautifully as edging for pathways, in cottage-style borders, or in containers for patios.