Each leaf is four inches long with toothed margins akin to the aesthetic ofcommon mint.
This clump-forming perennial is native to parts of the Midwest and the Great Plains.
It blooms abundantly from mid to late summer through early fall, attracting bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds.
Their extended bloom period makes them good for cut flowers and mass plantings.
Anise Hyssop Care
Plant anise hyssop in spring after the last frost.
Establish seedlings any time until early summer.
These plants serve well in the middle or the back of perennial borders.
Light
Anise Hyssop prefersfull sun.
It may grow in partial shade but will get lanky without enough sunlight.
Soil
Anise hyssop will do best when planted in soil that is fertile and well-drained.
Additionally, your soil should have apH that is as close to neutralas possible.
you’re able to amend it with lime if it’s too acidic.
Water slowly and deeply, welcoming deep, spreading roots.
Once plants are established, cease watering.
This perennial is drought-tolerant.
you’ve got the option to also useall-purpose fertilizer.
Types of Anise Hyssop
There are many types of anise hyssop and other similar plants within theAgastchegenus.
Bloom colors of various hybrid varieties range from pink to creamy white, powder blue to red-violet.
Foliage can be dark green to lime green.
Pruning is best done in early spring, using a pair of cleanpruning shears.
Cut back up to one-third of the plant to encourage more full, bushy growth.
Remove any dead plant material just above a promising bud node.
This will help prevent the center from dying out and rejuvenate the entire plant.
Common Plant Diseases
Be mindful that crown/root rot may occur in poorly drained soils.
Keep an eye out for rust, powdery mildew, and leaf spots.
Despite these potential issues, anise hyssop is quite hardy, being deer-resistant and a generally vigorous perennial.
It’s possible for rabbits to eat anise hyssop, but generally rabbits and deer both avoid it.
Yes, hummingbirds and other pollinators love anise hyssop.
