Agastache, Hyssop, Hummingbird Mint 'Heather Queen'

Planted a one gallon size plant last fall, this year the plant is about 3' tall and 2'-2 1/2 ft wide ! I didn't do any pinching, and fo...Read Moreund the plant did not need that to establish a lovely full clump.

I have mine planted on a slight slope where it gets sun from morning til about 1pm, which seems to be enough. I have amended the soil a bit, but still have some clay although this Agastache doesn't seem to mind.

The foliage smells soooo good, and it blooms from July to frost. You NEVER have to water these guys, which is great. I haven't been so lucky with the hummingbirds, but it does for sure attract bees.

Many sources list this hardy to zone 5. I am in zone 6a and this plant overwintered for me with no extra care. It is recommended not to cut the plant back until spring, as cutting it back before winter could allow moisture to seep into the openings in the stems which could lead to crown rot.

Beautiful! I love it!

I planted it last year and this year, I did lots of 'pinching' earlier during the season and now ...Read Moreit's full and loaded with flowers for the Hummingbirds!

(info from Select Seeds)

Large violet pink flowers in masses give an elegant air to garden beds all season. The bruised fl...Read Moreowers and foliage are mint scented.

Perennial; 2-3 ft tall
Color: Violet-pink
Full sun
Soil: Rich, well-drained
Hardiness Zones: 6,7,8,9,10,11
A hummingbird magnet!

*********Sowing Instructions**********
AGASTACHE 'HEATHER QUEEN' 169
Type: Annual; Tender Perennial Sones 6-11
SEED
Depth: 1/16 inch
Flat temp: 60-70F
Sprout time: 10-30 days
Tip: Sow indoors in late winter, or outdoors in fall in mild winter areas.

It is ideal for perennial borders and herb gardens or containers due to its compact size. It grows best in fertile, well-drained soils. ...Read More Prefers full sun.