Catnip

Cats and dogs are opposite in so many ways that it is no surprise that they react differently to catnip. While cats delight in the herb, rolling in it and becoming almost giddy, dogs do not. So is catnip bad for dogs? Can dogs eat catnip? Find out in this article.

By Teo Spengler

It's easy to grow catnip in a container. Start it indoors and transplant it to pots or the garden. Your cat will thank you.

By Bonnie L. Grant

There are few issues that will seriously affect the plant's health. They take quite a lot of abuse from overly interested neighborhood felines. However, if your plant looks sick, fungal issues are probably the most common diseases of catnip. Learn more here.

By Bonnie L. Grant

The name says it all, or almost all. Catnip is a common herb that you can cultivate in the garden but that also grows wild. Knowing how to use catnip means you can put this plentiful herb to good use for both you and your feline friends. Learn more in this article.

By Mary Ellen Ellis

Even if you don’t have cats, catnip is a perennial herb that is easy to grow and attracts bees and other pollinators. You can even make a tasty and stomach-soothing tea from it. Depending on where you live, winter can be a little harsh on your catnip, so learn how to protect it here.

By Mary Ellen Ellis

If you have a feline friend or two, you are no doubt familiar with catnip. Not every cat is interested in catnip, but those that are can’t seem to get enough of it. Kitty loves it, but what else can you do with catnip? Catnip herb plants have a history of herbal uses. Learn more here.

By Amy Grant

If your cat loves the herb catnip, it’s no big surprise. But you may soon find yourself needing more catnip plants than you have. Don’t worry. It is easy to grow more catnip from cuttings. Click this article for tips on how to root catnip cuttings.

By Teo Spengler

Does catnip attract cats? The answer is, it depends. Some kitties love the stuff and others pass it by without a second glance. Let’s explore the interesting relationship between cats and catnip plants. Click this article for more information.

By Mary H. Dyer

Does kitty love her catnip toys? Well then, perhaps you should grow your own catnip herb plants. Don’t know how to propagate catnip? Growing new catnip plants is easy. Click on the following article to find out about catnip propagation.

By Amy Grant

If you have cats, then you are more than likely to have given them catnip or have toys for them that contain catnip. As much as your cat appreciates this, he/she would love you even more if you provided them with fresh catnip. Learn about planting catnip for cats here.

By Amy Grant

Catnip is a hardy herb, and catnip problems are usually fairly easy to figure out. If you’re dealing with catnip issues, click on the following article and we’ll troubleshoot a few of the most common problems with catnip plants that you may encounter.

By Mary H. Dyer

The plants are generally trouble-free, and when it comes to catnip, pest problems generally aren’t much of a problem. Click on this article for information on a few common catnip plant pests, along with some helpful tips on catnip as a pest repellent.

By Mary H. Dyer

As a member of the mint family, catnip has a similar appearance and pungent oils characteristic of the group. This makes catnip as a companion plant very useful in the garden, repelling certain pests. Learn more about catnip as a pest repellent in this article.

By Bonnie L. Grant

For many home gardeners, homegrown catnip is an invaluable asset to the home herb garden, and sowing catnip seeds is a common way to get started. If you’re new to growing this plant, click here for information on how to plant catnip seeds.

By Tonya Barnett

Cat lovers who also love to garden are likely to include cat-favorite plants in their beds, but it can get a little confusing. Especially tricky is catnip vs. catmint. All cat owners know their furry friends love the former, but what about catmint? Learn more in this article.

By Mary Ellen Ellis