Agastache
Blue Fortune
Hyssop, Hummingbird Mint
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Type:
Perennials
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Height:
Medium 36" (Plant 20" apart)
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Bloom Time:
Early Summer to Late Fall
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Sun-Shade:
Full Sun to Mostly Sunny
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Zones:
5-10
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Soil Condition:
Normal
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Flower Color / Accent:
Blue /
Blue
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A mass of soft lavender-blue flowers are held over large deep-green foliage. Unique bottle-brush like flowers of Agastache are a very attractive. Leaves feature silver undersides. Exceptional performance in the sun-drenched garden.
Features to Note:
- Scented Foliage
- Fragrant
- Attracts Butterflies
- Deer Resistant
- Attracts Hummingbirds
- Blooms for 4 weeks or more
- For a sunny spot
General Information:
Agastache are equally good in the border, and as a candidate for container growing. The better the drainage the happier the plant. Scented foliage is good for flavoring drinks and drying. A customer advises us that her Goldfinches are wild for Agastache seed.
Plant Care:
Most will self sow to spread, so deadhead to prevent seeding. Cut to about 6" in late fall and remove debris. Remove unwanted seedlings in spring. To promote strong stems, avoid too much water and fertilize only once a year in fall.
