Nettleleaf Giant Hyssop (Agastache urticifolia) is a licorice mint native to Southern California. Spire-like pale purple flowers eventually mature to a near white.
Nettleleaf Giant Hyssop (Agastache urticifolia) is a licorice mint native to Southern California. Spire-like pale purple flowers eventually mature to a near white.
Common Name:
Nettleleaf Giant Hyssop
Scientific Name:
Agastache urticifolia
Description:
A West Coast native species with tubular flowers and fragrant, licorice- mint flavored leaves used for tea.
Plant Lifespan:
Perennial
Cold Hardiness (F):
Zone 8a (10 to 15)
Light Requirements:
Full Sun (min. 6 hours a day)
Seed In:
Early Spring (Mar 21 - Apr 20), Mid Spring (Apr 21 - May 20), Late Spring (May 21 - Jun 20), Early Summer (Jun 21 - Jul 20), Mid Summer (Jul 21 - Aug 20), and Late Summer (Aug 21 - Sep 21)
