Styling and inspiration with Nepeta

Nepeta is a versatile plant that can easily be combined in different garden designs. With its airy flowers and grey-green leaves, it adds a romantic, informal atmosphere to the garden. It fits perfectly in a cottage garden, where it can be combined with plants such as roses, lavender and sage. The purple tones of Nepeta form a beautiful contrast with the rich colours of roses and provide a harmonious balance.

For a more natural look, Nepeta can be planted along paths or in the edges of borders. Its low, spreading growth makes it an excellent ground cover, helping to suppress unwanted weeds. In modern gardens, Nepeta can be given a sleek, minimalist look by combining it with ornamental grasses such as Festuca or Pennisetum.

Nepeta is also ideal for a bee and butterfly friendly garden. Its flowers attract pollinators such as bees and butterflies, bringing your garden to life. Combine Nepeta with other nectar rich plants such as Echinacea, Verbena or Rudbeckia to create a dynamic and colourful garden that is both beautiful and ecologically valuable.

If you have a small garden or balcony, you can grow Nepeta in pots. Choose a pot with good drainage and combine Nepeta with other drought-resistant plants such as lavender and sedum. This combination creates a low-maintenance and decorative planting that remains beautiful all season long.