Agastache 'Black Adder'
Anise HyssopA pollinator magnet, this nativar bears deep purple buds and violet blue flowers held on dark calyxes, extending the season of color after the flowers are spent. A long blooming perennial that requires little more than sunshine and good drainage to thrive. Fragrant foliage makes this plant deer resistant.
Plant Details
- Zone: 6 - 9
- Height: 24-36"
- Spread: 15-18"
- Exposure: Full Sun, Part Shade
- Soil Moisture: Low Water Needs, Moderate Water Needs
- Drought tolerant: Yes, Once Established
- Bloom time: Early Fall, Late Summer, Midsummer
- Foliage Color: Green Shades
- Flower Color: Blue Shades, Violet Shades
- Fragrant: Yes
- Good Cut Flower: No
- Native: Nativar
- Deer resistant: Yes
- Rabbit resistant: No
- Bee-friendly: Yes
- Attracts butterflies: Yes
- Attracts hummingbirds: Yes
- Groundcover: No
- Roy Diblik Favorite: No
Plant Details
- Zone: 6 - 9
- Height: 24-36"
- Spread: 15-18"
- Exposure: Full Sun, Part Shade
- Soil Moisture: Low Water Needs, Moderate Water Needs
- Drought tolerant: Yes, Once Established
- Bloom time: Early Fall, Late Summer, Midsummer
- Foliage Color: Green Shades
- Flower Color: Blue Shades, Violet Shades
- Fragrant: Yes
- Good Cut Flower: No
- Native: Nativar
- Bee-friendly: Yes
- Deer resistant: Yes
- Rabbit resistant: No
- Attracts butterflies: Yes
- Attracts hummingbirds: Yes
- Groundcover: No
- Roy Diblik Favorite: No
Grower Information
Agastaches grow and flower best in full sun, though they will tolerate light shade. Provide consistent moisture but do not overwater; good drainage is a necessity. Pinch plants early for more compact growth and an improved flower display. Long lasting blooms provide an extended sales window. A favorite of bees, butterflies and hummingbirds; ideal for pollinator gardens.
- PowerPlug Size(s): 32s
- Optimal Planting Time: Spring
- Retail Sales Window: Fall, Summer
- Moisture in Production: Average, Low
- Requires Shade in Production: No
- Vernalization Required for Bloom: No
- Vernalization Beneficial: Yes