Nettleleaf Giant Hyssop - Agastache urticifolia (Agastache urtificifolia) is a perennial wildflower native to North America, renowned for its aromatic leaves and vibrant, nectar-rich flowers. Known for attracting pollinators, this herbaceous plant is a wonderful addition to gardens focused on supporting native wildlife and encouraging biodiversity. The plant's distinctive minty fragrance, coupled with its tall spiky blooms of lavender to cream-colored flowers, creates an eye-catching display in any landscape. This wildflower thrives in well-drained soils with moderate moisture levels, making it an excellent choice for meadow restoration projects, garden borders, or butterfly gardens.
Nettleleaf Giant Hyssop - Agastache urticifolia provides a valuable source of nectar from mid-summer to early fall, drawing a range of pollinators including bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. In addition to its beauty and pollinator-friendly qualities, it can be used as an aromatic herb, known for its minty scent and flavor that adds a unique touch to gardens and culinary use.
Easy to grow, Nettleleaf Giant Hyssop - Agastache urticifolia is adaptable to a variety of soil types, including sandy and loamy soils, and is perfect for areas with full sun exposure. Seeds can be sown in fall or spring and surface sown or covered up to 1/8”. This hardy plant grows well in both natural landscapes and cultivated gardens, where it offers both aesthetic and ecological value.
Nettleleaf Giant Hyssop - Agastache urticifolia
Scientific Name Agastache urtificifolia Seeds in Pack ~150 / 0.2 g USDA Zone 4 - 9 Native Region Western North America Phenology Perennial Height 24 - 48" Light Requirement Full Sun Water Requirement Moderate Soil Type Loam, Sandy Germination Time 14-30 days Provenance WA Planting Season Spring or Fall Bloom Season Mid-Summer to Early Fall Pollinators Bees, Butterflies, Hummingbirds