Hyssop

Hyssopus officinalis 'Pink Sprite' Lamiaceae

Growth habit

Herbaceous

Perennation

Perennial

Biocultural value

The essential oil distilled from the leaves and flowers is used to flavor Chartruese-type liqueurs and bitters. It is blended with other fragrances in perfumes.

Location

Robison Herb Garden

Source of plant

Well-Sweep Herb Farm, Richters

Description

A seed strain that produces very compact plants with pink flowers.

USDA Hardiness Zone

3

Special characteristics

growth habit, other ethnobotanical uses