How to plant catnip

Catnip is the most popular catnip in the cat world. No matter what cats like to play, they are addicted to it. As a cat slave, how can you not grow catnip? Catnip, which can end the boring meowing, is the favorite of shovel officials. So, how can we grow catnip? Today, Uncle Gardener will introduce you to the planting method of catnip.

Photo: Potted catnip

The planting method of catnip is very simple. Generally, sowing method is adopted. You can buy some seeds from the flower market or Taobao, dip them in water on paper towels and wait for germination, or throw them directly into the nutrient soil to let them sprout and take root. The following points should be noted:

Photo: The cat is playing with mint grass.

1, culture soil: catnip is very scattered, so it is recommended to plant it in a flowerpot, but the flowerpot should not be too small, otherwise it will affect its growth. One third of the topsoil is humus and two thirds is garden soil.

2, watering: catnip likes humidity, the temperature is high in summer, and the water evaporates quickly, so it is necessary to water every day and control the amount of water in winter.

3, lighting: catnip is sunny, it is best to have enough sunshine, if the light is insufficient, catnip branches and leaves will grow white, be sure to remember to give it the sun.

Photo: Potted catnip, a cat's favorite.

In addition, catnip can be propagated in water in addition to sowing. Some branches of catnip can be cut off and inserted in water, and then transplanted into flowerpots after taking root.

Tips Catmint can make cats excited, without any harm, but don't let cats play every day, so that cats can keep fresh about catgrass. Pay attention to pruning when planting catnip. Catnip is resistant to pruning. The more pruning, the better it grows.