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Superb Hyssop Plants at Nature Hills Nursery!

Hyssop (Agastache) are perennial and evergreen plants that are must-haves if you want a vibrant, scented plant that attracts butterflies and hummingbirds to your landscape!

Members of the highly aromatic and medicinal Mint Family, these square-stemmed flowering, are edible and ornamental landscaping plants!

Perks of Hyssop PlantsFrom flavorful and medicinal Teas to culinary flavoring, to a cleansing wash mentioned in the Bible, the beautiful Hyssop plant is a tall garden ornamental that will brighten your garden beds from spring until autumn!

Hyssop Varieties You Can Find At Nature Hills!

Handling a wide range of USDA hardiness zones from 5 - 10, the native form is hardy down to Zone 4! Incredibly vivid blooms, plus fragrance and long-lasting color - check out some Hyssop available on the NatureHills.com website!

Featuring tubular blooms and scented foliage that can be used to flavor food and more! Hyssops aromatic leaves smell like candy canes with a kiss licorice stick and carry a stronger licorice flavor! Forming showy and tall clumps, or upright mounds with spires of blooms, Hyssops fill out in delightfully scalloped textured leaves are just the beginning! 

Hyssop not only looks terrific, but it's also a mainstay for beneficial pollinators and our precious native bee populations. From red and pink, to yellow and orange, and purple or lavender, the Hyssop family has many nectar-rich flower colors to choose from!

Using Hyssop In The Garden

Hyssops easily add color to your late-season mixed-perennial borders, and Cottage gardens, because Hyssop is typically still blooming long after many other plants have finished! If you have a sunny flowering border, you'll want to use these in the mid-ground for a big boost of color. Partner these wand-like flowers with other herbs for height and backdrops that look great all season.

No Butterfly Garden would be complete without a Hyssop! Send migrating Monarchs on their way south with a good nectar resource. Bring in the Hummingbirds that are attracted to the tubular flowers and bright colors! Use fragrant Hyssop in Cutting Gardens and Sensory Gardens to take advantage of their floriferous flowering and aromatic nature!

Tolerant of drier soil and xeric locations once established, Hyssop can be highly drought-tolerant! This makes them perfect for the Rock Garden or in a hot and sunny front yard berm, Hyssops can be grown along walkways and paths to scent your journey as you stroll. Adding an important fragrance element to your landscape!

Grow the plants in-ground, or use them as 'Thrillers' and 'Fillers' in large, mixed containers! Don't forget to snip a few for your indoor bouquets!

Hardy & Easy To Grow Hyssop!

Thriving in full sun and well-drained soil of any kind, these are low water-usage plants once established and handle cold and heat!

Then enjoy the many perks you'll get from growing your own incredible Hyssop plants today!

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FAQS for Buying Hyssop Online

What are the benefits of planting Hyssop in my garden?

Hyssop plants are valued for their vibrant flowers, minty aromatic foliage, and long blooming period from spring to fall. Not only do they enhance your garden’s aesthetics, but they also attract pollinators like butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds. As part of the Mint family, they also have culinary and medicinal uses, making them a dual-purpose plant for ornamental and practical gardens.

Is Hyssop drought-tolerant and suitable for xeriscaping?

Yes, Hyssop is a low-maintenance, drought-tolerant perennial once established. Its ability to thrive in well-drained, dry soil makes it ideal for xeric landscapes, rock gardens, hellstrips, and sunny berms. This resilience to heat and low water conditions makes it a top choice for sustainable gardening.

What growing conditions do Hyssop plants prefer?

Hyssop thrives in full sun and well-drained soil. It handles a wide range of growing zones, generally from USDA zones 5 through 10, with native types hardy to zone 4. While it tolerates poor soil, amended soil and regular watering during establishment will ensure optimal growth and more blooms.

Can I grow Hyssop in containers or small gardens?

Absolutely! Hyssop’s upright growth habit and compact varieties make it an excellent choice for containers, raised beds, and small garden spaces. Use them as thrillers and fillers in container arrangements, or edge your walkways with their fragrant foliage and colorful blooms for sensory appeal and visual interest.

Which pollinators are most attracted to Hyssop plants?

Hyssop is a magnet for beneficial pollinators, especially native bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. The tubular flowers and rich nectar supply make them especially popular in butterfly gardens, pollinator corridors, and Monarch migration support plantings. They're a crucial resource for sustaining pollinator populations throughout the blooming season.

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