Anise Hyssop (Agastache foeniculum) is a versatile and fragrant plant that thrives in sunny to partly shady spaces, requiring just three to six hours of sunlight per day. This hardy perennial not only adds texture and color to your summer and fall garden but also creates a welcoming environment for birds, butterflies, bees, and other essential pollinators.
Key Benefits:
- Pollinator-Friendly: Grown non-GMO and free of harmful neonicotinoids, ensuring a safe habitat for a variety of pollinators and wildlife.
- Wildlife Support: Provides essential food and shelter for birds, butterflies, moths, and bees, contributing to a vibrant and biodiverse garden.
- Perennial Beauty: Returns each year with minimal care, making it a low-maintenance addition to your garden.
- Low Water Needs: Requires less water once established, making it an excellent choice for sustainable gardening.
- Deer Resistant: Once established, it is resilient to deer browsing, ensuring the longevity and beauty of your garden.
Available in sets of three, six, or 12 plants, perfect for any garden size.
Why Choose Anise Hyssop?
Anise Hyssop is not just a beautiful addition to your garden; it plays a critical role in supporting local ecosystems. The fragrant, tubular flowers attract a wide range of pollinators, while its lush foliage adds texture and visual interest to garden beds and borders.
Planting Tips:
- Location: Choose a sunny or partly shaded area that receives three to six hours of sunlight daily.
- Watering: Water regularly during the first growing season to establish deep roots. Once established, reduce watering frequency.
- Maintenance: Minimal care required. There's no need to deadhead the flowers, as allowing them to go to seed provides a valuable food source for birds. Leaving the stems standing in the fall offers overwintering sites for beneficial insects. If desired, cut back the stems in late spring after pollinators have emerged.
For more information on planting, view our How to Plant Your Native Plants guide and other planting tips in the Garden for Wildlife Learning Center.
Enhance your garden’s beauty and ecological value with Anise Hyssop, and enjoy a fragrant, colorful, and sustainable landscape.