Catnip/Catmint/Biyari ghas/Badrangboya Fresh Live Plant

Catnip (Nepeta cataria) is a versatile herb known for attracting cats, but it also has several other uses,

1. Growing Catnip

A. Planting

• Location: Full sun or partial shade.
• Soil: Well-draining soil; slightly sandy or loamy is best.
• Planting from seeds:
  1. Sow seeds on soil surface, lightly cover with ¼ inch of soil.
  2. Keep soil moist; germination occurs in 7–14 days.
• Planting from cuttings:
  1. Take 4–6 inch healthy stem, remove lower leaves.
  2. Root in water or moist soil; transfer after roots develop.

B. Care

• Watering: Moderate; avoid waterlogging.
• Pruning: Trim regularly to encourage bushy growth.
• Propagation: Easy through division or cuttings.