Blue Giant Hyssop (Agastache foeniculum) Also known as 'Anise Hyssop' or 'Lavender Hyssop', this perennial has very showy flowers, fragrant foliage, and tends to grow 2-3 feet in height. Deer seem to avoid it on our fields here in Nova Scotia. Hyssop will self-seed readily and usually blooms in the first year of growth. This is a highly attractive pollinator plant to bee, hummingbird, and butterfly species. In addition, Blue Giant Hyssop makes an excellent addition to herb and perennial gardens. Crushing the leaves will exude a memorable liquorice smell. Often used to make tea and cold remedies.Ā Ā
150 seeds per packet $4.45
Planting Instructions: Sow indoors mid-February to mid-March for transplanting in May, or direct sow in autumn. Highest germination rates occur after 2-3 weeks of coldĀ stratification, and adding heat under growing trays. Cover seeds lightly and keep moist in a sterile seed starting mix. When the risk of frost has passed, transplant outdoors to containers or at 30cm (12ā³) spacing.Ā Seeds can be sown outdoors in the late fall to satisfy cold period required for spring germination.
Days to Sprout: 14Ā - 21
Plant Spacing: 12" (30cm)
Plant Height: 24" - 36" (60cm - 90cm)
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Features:
Hardiness Zones:Ā Perennial, Zones 4 - 8
Bloom Time: Summer to Fall
Light Requirements:Ā Full SunĀ
Attracts Bees, Butterflies, & Hummingbirds
Deer Resistant
Heat & Drought Resistant
Great as Cut Flowers or Bouquets
