Agastache x hybrida 'Blue Fortune'
Anise Hyssop
Compact variety that is loaded with flowers and attracts lots of butterflies. Very fragrant foliage that smell like licorice. Exceptionally long bloom time and good cut flower.
Homeowner Growing & Maintenance Tips:
Agastache should be planted in full sun in slightly alkaline soil.This plant will NOT tolerate wet soil, especially in winter, needs good drainage. When planting, put a thick layer of gravel in the bottom of the hole and then mix more in with the filler soil.
Interesting Notes:
Native to the southwest US and Mexico, it is naturally heat and drought tolerant.
Height24-36 Inches |
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USDA Hardiness Zone 4-9
Good CompanionsBlack-eyed Susan (Rudbeckia fulgida), Sunflower (Heliopsis helianthoides), Japanese Fleece Flower (Fallopia japonica) |
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