Catmint

Catmint

Nepeta spp.

Plant portrait: A soft silver-green mound carrying lavender-blue flower spikes and cool minty foliage.

Garden rhythm: Perennial; often blooms from spring into warm weather, especially after trimming. Sun, sharp drainage, moderate-to-low water.

Garden companions: Beloved by bees; may interest cats.

Worth noticing: Humidity tolerance varies by cultivar, so its exact name will help refine the North Texas notes.