There is something so satisfying about watching your cat transform into a tiny jungle explorer, especially when that jungle happens to be in your living room. My cat Zeke has always been fascinated by ...

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 ...

Gardening for your feline companions just got even easier. Growing vegetables and herbs for your own kitchen can be gratifying, but don't forget about your feline companions. Catnip (Nepeta cataria) ...

DEAR JOAN: I have no cats, but lots of people in my neighborhood do, and they all come to my yard, it seems, because I feed the birds. I love cats, but I have seen them catch too many birds and little ...

A: Yes, there is a difference, and the names are sometimes used interchangeably. While both are members of the Nepeta or mint family, they are actually two separate plants. Catnip (Nepeta cataria), is ...