Nepeta ‘Six Hills Giant’
£7.49
Description
Overview:
A favourite among pollinators and gardeners alike, Nepeta ‘Six Hills Giant’ is a vigorous, long-flowering perennial that produces masses of soft lavender-blue flowers from late spring to autumn. Its aromatic grey-green foliage creates a soft, informal look that’s perfect for borders, gravel gardens, and cottage-style planting. Drought-tolerant and low-maintenance, it pairs beautifully with roses, salvias, and ornamental grasses for an effortless, naturalistic display.
Plants supplied in a grower’s pot, decorative pot not included.
Key Features & Care:
- Mature Height: 75-90cm
- Mature Spread: 90-100cm
- Flower Colour: Lavender-blue
- Flowering Period: Late spring to early autumn
- Foliage: Deciduous
- Fragrant: Yes, aromatic leaves and flowers
- Growth Rate: Fast-growing
- Hardiness: Hardy in most UK gardens, drought-tolerant once established
- Position: Full sun
- Soil Moisture: Well-drained, prefers dry conditions
- Soil pH: Neutral to alkaline
- Soil Type: Loam, chalk, sand
- Wildlife Friendly: Attracts bees, butterflies, and beneficial insects
Perfect For:
- Urban gardens and borders – Softens edges with its informal habit
- Pollinator-friendly planting – Loved by bees and butterflies
- Low-maintenance and drought-tolerant gardens – Thrives in poor soils
- Mediterranean and cottage-style schemes – Ideal with roses and salvias
How to Grow:
Plant in well-draining soil in a sunny position for the best flowering display. Cut back spent flowers to encourage repeat blooms and trim after flowering to maintain a tidy shape. Avoid heavy, wet soils.
Please note: Images show how this plant may look at various stages of maturity. The size you choose may look different.