Things You'll Need:
- Catnip seeds
- Potting soil
- Potting trays or small pots
- Coarse sand or vermiculite
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Step 1
Mix two parts potting soil with one part coarse sand or vermiculite into a small pot. Sow the seeds on the top of the slightly moistened soil mixture and gently press them into the soil. Cover your pot with plastic wrap to keep the moisture in. Place your pot in a warm, bright part of the house. However, do not place it in direct sunlight.
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Step 2
In about 7 to 10 days you should see some sprouts come through the soil. Once the sprouts get their first set of leaves on them, take the plastic cover off the pot and move it into a sunny window or area. The air inside your home will typically be dryer than the outside air so check the moisture of the soil daily. Keep the soil moist, but not wet.
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Step 3
As the plants grow to about one foot, start harvesting the catnip. You don’t have to dry the catnip for your pet to enjoy it. Cats also like to eat the leaves off the fresh plants.
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Step 4
To dry the catnip, cut the stems and find an airy, shaded place in which you can hang the stems upside-down.
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Step 5
After the stems are dried and crunchy, crumble the leaves into a plastic or paper bag and throw away the stems.
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Step 6
Store the catnip in a place that your cat can't access. Cats are pretty good at getting into places. Store the catnip in a ziplock bag in an area that is out of reach or can be locked.
Comments
looptheloop said
on 6/27/2009 need to know where to get the seeds