A woman planting herbs in a garden - O2o Creative/Getty Images Beloved by felines and surprisingly useful to humans, catnip (Nepeta cataria) is a fast-growing herb that is easy to propagate from ...

Growing vegetables and herbs for your own kitchen can be gratifying, but don't forget about your feline companions. Catnip (Nepeta cataria) is a perennial herb that's part of the mint family; while it ...

This spring, I decided to grow some catnip in our herb garden. We had acquired some terracotta drain pipes off of Craigslist and had been using them as bottomless pots to house some of our more ...

Q: I have always bought catnip toys for my cats because they love it, but I just read that I could grow my own catnip outside in my garden. I have also found a couple of plants outdoors that smell ...

Growing an herb garden is often a top priority for new gardeners, but the price of purchasing a dozen or more nursery-grown plants can quickly add up. When money is an obstacle between you and the ...

Q: I have a question about caring for catnip plants so our little kitten will be able to have her treats during the winter. The plants start off well, but they don't seem to last long. Any suggestions ...

If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, SheKnows may receive an affiliate commission. Even the most persnickety cats love getting into catnip every ...