Sources for Catnip Plants

Catnip Farm

• True to its name, Catnip Farm is a small, family-owned farm that specializes in the cultivation of catnip--though they also dabble in other forms of agriculture, most notably the propagation of heirloom peach trees. Its most popular item is organic catnip seed, which can be grown throughout the United States during spring and summer. During cooler months, the catnip plants can be kept indoors in pots. In addition to seeds, Catnip Farm offers several pre-processed catnip items, such as whole buds or mouse-shaped toys stuffed with the aromatic herb.

CityCats

• While LocalHarvest provides plants of every shape and genera, CityCats specializes in catnip and cat grass. Its pre-processed goods include a variety of milled organic catnips that can be purchased in bulk. If you have a large feline family, then CityCats can be your best friend, as you can order catnip in outrageous quantities. In addition to the milled buds, you can also get catnip seeds and grow your own garden of catnip delight.

Local Nurseries

• If you'd rather not wait for catnip seeds to be shipped to you, visit local nurseries. In addition to finding the seeds on sale, you might also discover that they have already grown several catnip herbs that you can simply transplant into your garden. This approach is hit-or-miss, though, and you might discover that there are no catnip goods at all at your local nursery. For better odds, visit the nursery during the spring or summer, as these are the seasons in which catnip flourishes.