Nepeta faassenii 'Walker's Low' – Catmint

Nepeta faassenii 'Walker's Low' is a superb, long-flowering herbaceous perennial prized for its billowing clouds of soft lavender-blue flower spikes and aromatic, grey-green foliage. This outstanding catmint forms a neat, dense mound that produces wave after wave of delicate blooms from late spring right through to early autumn, making it one of the most reliable and rewarding perennials for the garden. A recipient of the prestigious RHS Award of Garden Merit (AGM), 'Walker's Low' is a proven performer in UK gardens.

Loved by bees, butterflies and other pollinators, this variety is an excellent choice for wildlife-friendly planting schemes. Its softly cascading habit makes it ideal for spilling over path edges, softening border fronts or planting in drifts through gravel gardens. Once established, it is remarkably drought tolerant and thrives in free-draining soils in a sunny position. A light trim after the first flush of flowers will encourage a fresh second display later in the season.

Supplied as 1 established plant in a 3 litre pot, ready for planting out.

Cultural Information:

• Botanical Name: Nepeta × faassenii 'Walker's Low'


• Common Names: Catmint, Walker's Low Catmint


• Classification: Herbaceous Perennial


• Fully Grown Height & Spread: 60 cm × 90 cm


• Growth Habit: Mound-Forming, Spreading Herbaceous Perennial


• Perfect for: Borders, Path Edging, Gravel Gardens, Cottage Gardens, Ground Cover, Containers


• Flowering Time: Late Spring to Early Autumn (May–September)


• Flower Colour: Soft Lavender-Blue


• Planting Position: Full Sun to Light Partial Shade


• Soil Requirements: Well-Drained, Moderately Fertile Soil (tolerates poor and dry soils once established)


• Attracts: Bees, Butterflies & Pollinators


• Type: Hardy Herbaceous Perennial


• Foliage: Aromatic, Soft Grey-Green Leaves


• Hardiness: Fully Hardy (RHS H7)


• Pruning: Cut back after the first flush of flowers to encourage a second display; cut to ground level in late autumn or early spring


• RHS Award: Award of Garden Merit (AGM)

What's Included:

• 1 × Nepeta faassenii 'Walker's Low' plant supplied in a 3 litre pot

Notes: This variety, Walker's Low, is known for its compact yet generous habit and exceptional repeat-flowering performance. It is deer resistant and rabbit tolerant, making it a practical as well as beautiful addition to the garden.