Harvesting Catnip Because catnip grows quickly, you may be able to harvest more than once a year. When is the best time to harvest catnip?

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 ...

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 ...

Got a cat at home? Growing your catnip is a fun and rewarding project. Catnip is a plant that many cats love; it not only brings joy to your pet but is also an eco-friendly and cost-effective way ...

When it's time to harvest your catnip, all you have to do is cut off the amount your cat needs. Catnip is very difficult to kill so don't worry if you have a hungry cat!

Personally, I much prefer the smell of catnip; the aromatic herb is especially pungent when cutting the long stems during harvest. Catnip is extremely easy to grow.

When it's time to harvest your catnip, all you have to do is cut off the amount your cat needs. Catnip is very difficult to kill so don't worry if you have a hungry cat!

Catnip is easy to grow, if it has sufficient light. Try some growing lights. Also, keep the plants damp but not wet and provide good air circulation.

Companion planting is a fantastic way to naturally ensure a fruitful harvest. If you're growing beets, consider pairing them with these common herbs.