Grow the beautiful and aromatic Anise Hyssop (Agastache foeniculum) Seeds, a standout herb known for its striking purple flower spikes and sweet anise-like scent. This hardy perennial is prized for its ornamental value and its ability to attract bees, butterflies, and other beneficial pollinators.
An excellent addition to herb gardens, borders, wildflower meadows, and pollinator-focused landscapes, Anise Hyssop is easy to grow, drought-tolerant once established, and thrives in sunny locations with well-drained soil. These Non-GMO Anise Hyssop Seeds produce robust plants with long-lasting blooms from summer through fall.
Features
- Produces tall purple flower spikes
- Highly attractive to bees, butterflies, and pollinators
- Aromatic foliage with anise-like fragrance
- Thrives in full sun and well-drained soil
- Non-GMO high-quality seeds
- Drought-tolerant once established
- Long-lasting summer-to-fall blooms
- Excellent for borders, meadows, and herb gardens
Specifications
- Botanical Name: Agastache foeniculum
- Common Name: Anise Hyssop / Purple Giant Hyssop
- Seed Type: Non-GMO
- Plant Type: Perennial
- USDA Zones: 4–9
- Sun Exposure: Full sun to partial sun
- Soil Preference: Well-drained, sandy or loamy soil
- Water Requirements: Low to moderate
- Bloom Time: Mid-summer through early fall
- Flower Color: Purple
- Height: 24–48 inches
- Spacing: 12–18 inches
- Season for Planting: Spring or fall
- Germination Time: 10–20 days
- Growth Rate: Moderate to fast
- Pollinator Friendly: Yes
- Drought Tolerance: Good once established
- Maintenance Level: Low
Planting Guide
- Soil Preparation: Choose well-drained soil; amend with sand or compost if needed.
- Sowing Time: Direct sow in spring or start indoors 6–8 weeks before last frost.
- Seed Depth: Press seeds lightly into the soil surface; do not bury deeply.
- Light for Germination: Requires light to germinate.
- Watering for Germination: Keep soil evenly moist until seedlings emerge.
- Germination Window: 10–20 days under warm conditions.
- Transplanting: Move seedlings outdoors after frost risk has passed.
- Sun Requirements: Plant in full sun for strongest growth and flowering.
- Watering: Water regularly during early growth; reduce once established.
- Maintenance Tips: Remove faded flower spikes to encourage reblooming.