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Catnip
Bloom confirmed nearby
Nepeta cataria
In the United States:
Naturalized
· also called catmint
Honeybees visit catnip primarily for its nectar, which has a sugar concentration of 22-28%, and secondarily for pollen during the summer bloom period. Peak flowering occurs from midsummer onward, offering extended forage in temperate climates. The plant self-seeds vigorously and can spread by rhizomes, requiring division or barriers to manage in gardens.
| Nectar | high |
|---|---|
| Pollen | medium |
| Bloom (US) | May–September |
| Duration | ~2 months |
| Type | Perennial |
| Sun | full |