Agastache originate from Mexico and are a genus of perennial flowering gardening plants.

Leaves are aromatic and lance shape.

Flowers are two-lipped, tubular and borne on tall spikes.

This plant produces masses of flowers over a long period.

Essential info

Genus: Agastache

Family: Lamiaceae

Species: Foeniculum

Common Names: Hyssop.

Classification: Perennial.

Height: 60cm (24inches).

Flowering: From late summer through autumn.

Where to plant info

Agastache are a very popular gardening plant for wildlife and cottage gardens.

Hyssop are an excellent plant for attracting bees and other insects.

They also look best when grown in groups of five or more with other plants of similar size at the back of mixed beds and borders.

A good way to grow them is in groups, again five or more, on their own as a focal point.

Try them as a back drop to informal ponds for a striking display, they look fantastic.

Where: Ideal for borders and beds.

Site: They prefer full sun, they thrive in it!

They will also do well in partial shade.

Soil: Any humus rich, moisture retentive but free draining soil.

Propagation info Softwood or semi-ripe cuttings in late summer to beginning of autumn (fall).

If you want any further information on this plant or how to propagate and grow any of your favourite gardening plants successfully please feel free to contact us

Back to perennials

Go to home page from Agastache