Catmint Seeds — Nepeta nervosa Nevita White

Crisp White Flower Spikes for the Summer Border

Nevita White (Nepeta nervosa 'Nevita White') is a refined and elegant catmint that brings a cool, fresh quality to the summer garden. White-flowered catmints are genuinely uncommon — rarely found in garden centres or seed catalogues — making this a real find for gardeners who love something a little different. Unlike the more familiar lavender-blue catmints, Nevita White produces dense, upright spikes of pure white flowers above compact, aromatic foliage — a striking and versatile combination that works beautifully in both formal and cottage garden settings. It is a wonderful companion plant, softening bold colours and adding a light, airy quality to mixed borders.

Why Gardeners Love It

• ⭐ Pure white flower spikes — crisp, clean white blooms on upright stems, a refreshing alternative to the usual blue catmints
• 🌟 Uncommon and hard to find — white catmints are rarely available in NZ garden centres or seed catalogues; a genuine collector's plant
• 🐝 Outstanding pollinator plant — bees and butterflies are drawn to the flowers throughout summer
• 🌿 Aromatic foliage — narrow, toothed green leaves with a pleasant minty fragrance when brushed
• 🌱 Perennial — once established, returns reliably year after year
• 🌾 Drought tolerant once established — thrives in sunny, well-drained spots with minimal fuss
• 🎨 Versatile garden plant — pairs beautifully with roses, lavender, and bold-coloured perennials; softens and brightens any border

Growing Tips for New Zealand

Nepeta nervosa seeds benefit from cold stratification before sowing — place seeds in a damp paper towel in the fridge for 2–4 weeks to improve germination. Sow in trays in late winter or spring, pressing seeds lightly onto the surface as they need light to germinate. Transplant seedlings once large enough to handle. Nevita White prefers a sunny, well-drained position and is quite drought tolerant once established. Cut back after the first flush of flowers to encourage a second bloom later in the season. A beautiful, low-maintenance perennial for the NZ garden.

What's in the Packet

Each packet contains 10 seeds of Catmint Nevita White (Nepeta nervosa 'Nevita White'), with growing instructions included.