Plant profile
Early flowering, low maintenance Nepeta.
Coming into bloom a week earlier than competitor varieties, EarliBlue is an outstanding Nepeta. Large, dense flower spikes sit atop tidy, healthy foliage. One of the best traits of this new variety is its ability to withstand summer storms, with no breaking open in the middle. Growers can also rest easy that this Nepeta doesn’t fade to yellow at the base, like so many Nepetas. The foliage remains lush and green throughout the growing season, with continuous flowering. Super easy to grow, and with showstopping blooms - this variety will fly off the shelves.
Origin: US
Protection Status: Breeder's rights asserted
Variety Name: Nepeta x faassenii G20-010
Benefits of using this variety
- The first Nepeta to flower: earlier than competitor varieties by 10 days in trials.
- Doesn’t break open: robust.
- Long season: doesn’t go yellow after flowering.
- Good cutting yield.
- Reduced vernalisation needed for flowering.
Characteristics
- Height: 45cm when mature.
- Width: 90cm when mature.
- Large florets on thick flower spikes.
- Compact, bushy habit.
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Suggested Varieties
You may find these plants useful for similar applications, or as great planting partners alongside the EarliBlue.
Nepeta Summer Magic
Ajuga Midnight Mystery
