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Features
Family
Lamiaceae
Native
Midwestern U.S.
Life Cycle
Perennial
Plant Height
Tall (Greater than 24")
Flower Color
Purple
Bloom Season
Summer
Further Information
Plant Characteristics
- Attracts Hummingbirds
- Attracts Pollinators
- Cut Flower
- Edible Flower
Growing Conditions
Drought Tolerant
Plant Resistance
Deer Resistant
About Anise Hyssop Seeds
Agastache foeniculum
2"–6" long lavender-blue flower spikes
Planting Hyssop
Plant Spacing
A group of 3 seeds every 10" – 12"
Hardiness Zones
4, 5, 6, 7, 8
Light Required
Full sun to part shade
Plant Height
Tall (Greater than 24")
Planting Depth
Barely cover
Planting Details
| Seed Depth | Barely cover |
|---|---|
| Seed Spacing | A group of 3 seeds every 10" – 12" |
| Thinning | When 1" tall, thin to 1 every 10" – 12" |
| Germination | 7 – 20 days |
| Start Indoors | RECOMMENDED. 4 to 6 weeks before your average last frost date. |
| Direct Sow | 1 to 2 weeks after your average last frost date, and when soil temperature is 60°–75°F. May also be sown in late fall for spring germination. |
| Growing & Harvesting | For longest vase life, harvest in the morning, choosing stems with 1/3 to 2/3 of the florets open. Change vase water frequently. |
Find Your Frost Date & Grow Zone
Average First Frost Date
October 19
Average Last Frost Date
May 19
Your Hardiness Zone is
5b
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45 reviews
- Angela L.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars8/26/26Planted last year- really shined this year
I planted this last year in late spring I believe so it didn’t really get a chance to shine but this spring into summer it really exploded and full of honey bees and the yellow hammer/yellow goldfinch really like them
Which best describes you as a gardener? BeginnerBIBotanical Interests8/29/26Hey Angela,
We're so stoked to hear that your Anise Hyssop Seeds have been such a fantastic success this year! It's awesome that they really took off and exploded with growth once they got established. And we love that they've become such a magnet for the honey bees and yellow goldfinches - that's exactly the kind of pollinator and wildlife activity we love to see in a garden! Thanks so much for being part of the growing community! Keep on growing 🌻
- Allysha M.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars8/12/26Makes my whole garden smell like licorice in a good way
I planted three or four bushels of these. Throughout my garden they got about 4 ft tall which I was surprised. Their Bloom rate has been weeks now and they're only getting better with time. I winter sowed these and had a great germination rate. The bees also adore them.
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateBIBotanical Interests8/15/26Hey Allysha,
We're so stoked to hear that your Anise Hyssop Seeds have been such an amazing success! It's awesome that they grew so tall and have been blooming for weeks now with even better results as time goes on. That licorice scent throughout your whole garden sounds incredible, and we love that the bees are totally loving them too. Your winter sowing germination sounds fantastic as well. Thanks so much for being part of the growing community! Keep on growing 🌻
- Shane H.Verified ReviewerRated 5 out of 5 stars8/3/26Pollinator Paradise and Fun For Kids
The anise hyssop has been a hit with the kids since it brings pollinators around every day! It also helps the other plants we have in our small garden. I will definitely grow these again. The seeds had 100% germination rate for us.
Which best describes you as a gardener? BeginnerBIBotanical Interests8/4/26Hey Shane,
We're so happy to hear about your incredible experience with the Anise Hyssop Seeds! It sounds like these beauties have become a real favorite in your garden - bringing pollinators around every day and creating that pollinator paradise is exactly what we love to see! And how awesome that the kids are getting to enjoy all the action too. We also think it's fantastic that they're helping out your other plants and giving your whole garden a boost. That 100% germination rate is the cherry on top! Thanks so much for sharing your growing success with us, and we can't wait to hear how they do when you plant them again. Keep on growing 🌻
- Linda B.NC, United StatesVerified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars7/13/26Anise Hussop Seeds
They grew too well! I didn't separate them well enough and am having to pull small ones out as the larger plants root. I will have some sterdy plants by end of summer and put them in the ground and hope they survive the winter and grow next year to maturity.
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateWho do you grow for? YourselfHow do you prefer to grow? Container - Louis T.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars5/4/26Moderate germination time
I used germination sponges followed by cow pots. I also used a heating mat and grow lights. Really good success rate
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateBIBotanical Interests5/6/26Hey Louis,
We're so excited to hear about your fantastic success rate with our Anise Hyssop Seeds! We love that you went all out with the germination sponges, cow pots, heating mat, and grow lights - that's some serious dedication to getting those seeds off to the perfect start! It sounds like your setup really paid off with those great results. Thanks for sharing your growing experience with us! Keep on growing 🌻️