Anise Hyssop

Fragrant, Medicinal, & Pollinator-Friendly!

Bring the sweet aroma of licorice and mint to your garden with Anise Hyssop (Agastache foeniculum). This hardy perennial herb produces beautiful spikes of lavender-blue flowers that attract bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds, making it a perfect addition to pollinator gardens. Not only is it drought-tolerant and easy to grow, but its leaves and flowers are also highly medicinal and flavorful, great for teas, culinary dishes, and herbal remedies.

Planting Instructions for Zone 9B:Sun: Full sun to partial shade

Soil: Well-drained, sandy or loamy soil

Watering: Moderate; drought-tolerant once established

Sowing: Direct sow in fall or early spring, or start indoors 6–8 weeks before last frost

Spacing: Scatter seeds on soil surface and lightly press in; keep 6–12 inches apart

Germination: 7–21 days

Bloom Time: Spring through late summer

Tip: Deadhead spent blooms to encourage continuous flowering and more pollinators!

Medicinal Benefits & Uses:Anise Hyssop has been cherished for centuries in herbal medicine for its calming and immune-boosting properties:

Soothes coughs and congestion – Used in teas for respiratory relief Supports digestion – Eases bloating, nausea, and upset stomach Antibacterial & antiviral – Used in traditional remedies for colds and flu Calming herbal tea – Helps reduce stress and anxiety

How to Use:Brew fresh or dried leaves into a soothing tea

Infuse in honey for a delicious herbal syrup

Sprinkle flowers and leaves in salads for a minty-licorice flavor

Make herbal sachets for a natural air freshener

Price & Availability:$3.00 per packet (approx. 100 seeds)

Shipping: Available anywhere in the U.S. for just $1.19 (cost of an ounce stamp)

Add the beauty and benefits of Anise Hyssop to your garden today!