What Is a Scaredy Cat Plant?

The scaredy cat plant, also known by the scientific name Plectranthus caninus, as well as Coleus caninus, is a member of the mint family Lamiaceae, which also includes dead nettle and sage plants. ... It does, however, get its unusual common name from its reputation for repelling both cats and dogs with its pungent odor.

Does Scaredy cat plant work?

The scaredy cat plant only works on roughly 70% of cats, so it's a bit of a risk. The main problem with using the scaredy cat plant is that felines will often walk around them and go to another point in your garden. This obviously isn't ideal as it could cause more damage in the long-run.

Are scaredy cat plants Hardy?

Unfortunately the Scaredy Cat plant (Coleus canina) is not frost hardy so you will only be able to use it during the summer months. It is termed as a half-hardy annual so you may get it to survive for a year or two if kept over wintered in a frost free place.