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 ...

Cats seem to love catnip. Why? Catnip produces Nepetalactone oil which is like an aphrodisiac for cats. Catnip is a tall herb, resembling mint, with grayish-green leaves and white flowers. Catnip can ...

It's hard to enjoy your patio space confidently when you and your guests are being besieged by insects. Even if you try to avoid the mistake too many people make that brings bugs to their yard by not ...

Warmer weather and mosquitoes often go hand in hand, which can make outdoor activities unpleasant at times for your family and guests. Insect repellents are among the measures recommended by 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 ...

My recent article about using catnip for mosquito repellent sparked questions from a number of readers. Most wanted to know how I managed to grow catnip in the presence of cats. Indeed, more than one ...