{"product_id":"catnip","title":"Catnip","description":"\u003cp\u003e50 Seeds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCatnip is a fragrant perennial herb in the mint family. It has soft, gray-green leaves and small white to pale pink flowers, often marked with purple spots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe plant is famous for its attractive effect on many cats due to the natural compound \u003cstrong\u003enepetalactone\u003c\/strong\u003e found mainly in the leaves and stems. It is also a useful aromatic garden herb and produces flowers that can attract bees and other pollinating insects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCatnip prefers cooler conditions than the intense Gulf summer, so it is best grown during the cooler months. In very hot weather, growth may slow considerably.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🌱 Best Sowing Time\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGulf Region:\u003c\/strong\u003e September–February\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKuwait:\u003c\/strong\u003e October–January\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUAE \u0026amp; Qatar:\u003c\/strong\u003e September–February\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSaudi Arabia \u0026amp; Bahrain:\u003c\/strong\u003e September–February\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOman:\u003c\/strong\u003e September–February, depending on temperature and elevation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor Kuwait, \u003cstrong\u003eOctober–December\u003c\/strong\u003e is generally a good period to start seeds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🌿 How to Sow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFill a seed tray or small pot with a light, well-draining seed-starting mix.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScatter the small seeds over the surface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCover very lightly with about \u003cstrong\u003e2–3 mm of fine soil\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMist or water gently so the seeds are not displaced.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep the soil lightly and consistently moist.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace the tray in a bright, warm location with good ventilation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid burying the seeds deeply.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🌡️ Germination\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18–24°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGermination time:\u003c\/strong\u003e approximately 7–21 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGermination can be irregular if temperatures are unsuitable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid excessive heat during germination.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep the seed-starting mix moist but not saturated.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🌱 Seedling Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter emergence:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide bright light.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGive gentle morning sunlight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtect young seedlings from strong Gulf afternoon sun.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater when the surface begins to dry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaintain good airflow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThin crowded seedlings to encourage stronger growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🌿 Transplanting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTransplant when seedlings have developed several true leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant spacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30–45 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContainer:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5–10 L or larger per plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse containers with excellent drainage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarden seedlings gradually before planting outdoors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransplant during the cooler part of the day.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCatnip can be particularly convenient in containers because the plants can be moved to a cooler or partially shaded location during extreme Gulf heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e☀️ Sunlight\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCatnip prefers plenty of sunlight but benefits from protection during extreme Gulf heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAim for \u003cstrong\u003e5–7 hours of good sunlight\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMorning sun is ideal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide afternoon shade during very hot weather.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid prolonged exposure to intense summer afternoon sunlight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep containers away 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pumice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA little coarse sand if needed for additional drainage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid heavy soil that remains wet for long periods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🌿 Fertilizing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCatnip is not a heavy feeder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBegin light feeding after the seedlings become established.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse a balanced herb or general-purpose fertilizer at a low rate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeed approximately every 4–6 weeks during active growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid excessive nitrogen, which can produce soft, overly leafy growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduce feeding during periods of extreme heat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🌸 Flowering\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCatnip produces small white to pale pink flowers, often with purple markings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe flowers can 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