Nepeta sibirica L.

Common Name and Classification

Nepeta sibirica, commonly known as Siberian catmint, is a flowering plant species belonging to the mint family Lamiaceae.

Native Range

It is native to Siberia.

Growth Form and Size

This plant is an erect, aromatic herbaceous perennial that grows up to 1 meter (3.3 feet) tall and 1.5 meters (4.9 feet) broad.

Flower Characteristics and Bloom Period

It produces whorls of violet flowers that bloom for an extended period during summer.

Synonym Etymology

Its synonym Dracocephalum sibiricum refers to the shape of the plant's flowers, which resemble a dragon's head.

Cultivation Requirements

It grows best in well-drained, moist soil, located in a sunny spot with a southerly or westerly aspect.

Cultivar Distinction

Its cultivar 'Souvenir d'André Chaudon' has received the Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit.