Well almost free. Grow your own catnip to give your feline friends a deserved treat.
We’ve mentioned recently the catnip plant, here it is. Well I’ve found some info from a gardening site that may come in useful and save you some money into the bargain.
I have unashamedly pulled this direct from their website so apologies to them but here’s a link back so you may want to check out their organic herb gardening section.
Catnip needs moist rich soil. Catnip prefers sun or partial shade, but if you grow your catnip in full sun, the plants will be sturdier and shorter.
Seeds should be sown 1/8 inch deep and covered with fine soil. Press your catnip seeds down. If you grow your seeds indoors, they should germinate in 10-20 days. If you grow them outdoors, you should plant your seeds in the fall for spring plants. When your catnip plants are about 2 inches tall, thin them. When you’re ready to harvest in the late summer, cut and dry the mature leafy tops and leaves. However, if you want a second harvest, cut the catnip plant back severely after the first flowering.
Days to Germinate: 10-20
That’s all there is to it. Get gardening.
