Nepeta ‘Six Hills Giant’
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Nepeta ‘Six Hills Giant’

£7.49

SKU: 1801 Category:

Description


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 14CM grower’s pot.


 


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.