Anise Hyssop - Key Growing Information

The erect branches of anise hyssop's mint-&-licorice-scented leaves end in fuzzy spikes of small, edible, lavender flowers.

DAYS TO GERMINATION:

7-16 days.

SOWING:

Transplant (recommended): Tamp seeds into the soil mix or just barely cover with soil. Anise hyssop will transplant easily at any age. When transplanting, place seedlings 6-12" apart in rows 24-36" apart.
Direct seed: Sow shallowly, 1/4" deep, one seed per inch in spring. Thin to 6-12" apart.

LIGHT PREFERENCE:

Sun.

SOIL REQUIREMENTS:

A sandy, moist, well-drained loam.

PLANT HEIGHT:

24-36".

PLANT SPACING:

6-12".

HARDINESS ZONES:

Zones 5-9.

HARVEST:

Cut both flowers and leaves for fresh use or hang to dry for tea.

SCIENTIFIC NAME:

Agastache foeniculum