Having an herb garden is not only beneficial to you, but also your pets! Giving cats certain grasses to chew on can help with digestion, exercising, allergies, and relaxation. And it goes way beyond catnip! Plus, most are also edible for humans. It’s a win-win. Check out this post by Nicolas at Care2 for the best herbs to give to your cats:
Valerian- Works as a stimulant for cats, and helps them get more exercise.
Licorice Root- Soothes itchy kitties with allergies
Cat Thyme- has similar soothing effects like catnip