Agastache (Agastache spp.)


Agastache Plant Features

 Agastache, also called hyssop, may be hard to pronounce, but it's sure easy to grow! Once established, this rugged, sun-loving perennial blooms its head off throughout the summer, even during periods of heat and drought. Its colorful, nectar-rich flowers are also a favorite with hummingbirds and butterflies. Plus, they come in dwarf and standard forms. Dwarf agastache varieties grow just 2 feet tall while standard-sized varieties can stretch up to 4 feet high or more. Flower colors include violet, purple, pink, red, orange, yellow, and white. The pretty gray-green foliage typically has a strong minty scent when brushed or rubbed. And to top it all off, the plants are also rabbit- and deer-resistant. Hardy to zones 5-9.

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Agastache Growing Instructions

Agastache grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Because it is so drought tolerant, it thrives where many other perennials fail. Cutting the faded flowers off the plant will help keep it blooming more profusely, and prevent some varieties from setting seed and spreading in the garden. In late autumn, after killing frost, you can cut the plant back to the ground for a clean, tidy garden -- or leave it standing for winter interest and to provide a food source for birds, which will feast on its seeds.

Good drainage is essential to keep agastache healthy. The plants do not like wet feet and won't thrive in damp, heavy clay soil so be sure to improve the flower bed with plenty of organic matter before you plant. 

Note: Agastache is not intended for human or animal consumption.
  • Water

    Low water needs

    Medium water needs

  • Light

    Outside: Sun

  • Colors

    Orange

    Pink

    Purple

    Red

    White

    Yellow

  • Special Features

    Attracts butterflies

    Attracts hummingbirds

    Deer/rabbit resistant

    Fragrant flowers/foliage

    Super-easy to grow


Complement your Agastache

Butterfly Bush
Pair agastache with butterfly bush to create a nectar-rich buffet for butterflies and hummingbirds.


Our favorite varieties

Kudos Ambrosia

Kudos Ambrosia

Agastache 'Kudos Ambrosia'

A low-growing and easy-to-grow variety, 'Kudos Ambrosia' agastache features fragrant foliage and spikes of orange, pink, and cream flowers all summer long. It grows 20 inches tall and wide. Zones 5-10

Nectar Apricot

Nectar Apricot

Agastache 'Nectar Apricot'

A lovely variety, 'Nectar Apricot' shows off fluffy wands of apricot-orange flowers all summer long. It attracts hummingbirds and butterflies and grows 18 inches tall and wide. Zones 7-10

Arizona Sandstone

Arizona Sandstone

Agastache 'Arizona Sandstone'

An easy outdoor plant growing 10 inches tall and wide, you can grow Arizona Sandstone agastache as a perennial or annual. It shows off lovely, fragrant orange flowers all summer long. Zones 6-10

Arizona Sunset

Arizona Sunset

Agastache 'Arizona Sunset'

This sun-loving plant thrives in heat and drought while attracting butterflies and hummingbirds. It offers orange and pink flowers throughout the summer on a tidy plant that grows 10 inches tall and wide. Zones 6-10, though in colder areas it can be grown as an annual.

Arizona Sun

Arizona Sun

Agastache 'Arizona Sun'

Perfect for anyone who wants a low-maintenance plant, Arizona Sun offers amazing heat and drought tolerance, attracts butterflies and hummingbirds, and flowers nonstop all summer. It grows 10 inches tall and wide. Zones 6-10

Acapulco Deluxe Chiffon

Acapulco Deluxe Chiffon

Agastache 'Acapulco Deluxe Chiffon'

Acapulco Deluxe Chiffon agastache shows off clusters of pink and orange flowers throughout the summer. It grows 12 inches tall and wide. Zones 5-8

Acapulco Deluxe Dark Blue

Acapulco Deluxe Dark Blue

Agastache 'Acapulco Deluxe Dark Blue'

Acapulco Deluxe Dark Blue agastache shows off clusters of dark violet-blue flowers all summer. Ideal for butterflies, it thrives in containers and garden beds and borders. This variety grows 12 inches tall and wide. Zones 5-8

Acapulco Deluxe Rose

Acapulco Deluxe Rose

Agastache 'Acapulco Deluxe Rose'

Agastache Acapulco Deluxe Rose is an easy-care, drought-tolerant variety that has rosy-pink blooms all summer long. It grows 12 inches tall and wide. Zones 5-8