Threadleaf Giant Hyssop

Agastache rupestris Lamiaceae

Other names

Sunset Hyssop

Growth habit

Herbaceous

Perennation

Long-lived perennial

Native distribution

Arizona and New Mexico

Biocultural value

Leaves have a mild root beer scent.

Location

Robison Herb Garden

Source of plant

Nichols Garden Nursery, Park's Seed Co.

Description

Fragrant, anise scented grey foliage is covered summer thru fall with extravagant sprays of coral pink blooms. This rugged native of the Rocky mountains attracts bees and hummingbirds.

USDA Hardiness Zone

4

Special characteristics

hummingbird plant, fragrance