Agastache
Raspberry Summer
Hyssop, Hummingbird Mint
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Type:
Perennials
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Height:
Medium 32" (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:
6-9
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Soil Condition:
Normal
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Flower Color / Accent:
Pink /
Pink
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Dramatic spikes of dark raspberry-pink flowers grace the plant above the bright green fragrant foliage for many months. Agastache Raspberry Summer looks striking when used in mass towards the rear of perennial borders. Combines well with yellow Coreopsis and blue Salvias.
Features to Note:
- Deer Resistant
- Fragrant
- Blooms for 4 weeks or more
- Attracts Butterflies
- Attracts Hummingbirds
- Scented Foliage
- OK in containers - see FAQ for overwintering
- 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.
