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Agastache foeniculum (Anise Hyssop) Herb plant
£6.99
Some Herbs may be too tall for our standard packaging and will be trimmed to fit. This will not be detrimental to the plant but will mean that these herbs will flower later in the year.
The Blister packs used to protect our beautiful herbs during transit are made from 100% recycled plastic and can be recycled kerbside.
Anise Hyssop (Agastache foeniculum) Herb in 1 Litre Pot
Agastache foeniculum or Anise Hyssop has large, beautiful bold spikes of light purple flowers which are on display all summer and into early autumn, making it a great addition to any border. A beautiful and robust herb with aniseed scented leaves, this perennial herb can grow to 90cm, and will tolerate very chilly temperatures, even as low as -6'C, although young plants need frost protection until they are established.
Anise Hyssop is an excellent herb for bee keepers as it is an especially rich source of nectar during flowering, and it is also attractive to birds and butterflies.
Prefers rich moist soil in full sun.
Herb Usage
It is used for both culinary and medicinal purposes, and it is particularly used as a cure for hangovers when drank as a tea ! Widely used in Herbal medicine, it has antiviral and anti-inflammatory properties amongst many other uses.
The leaves and flowers can be made into a tea and can be added to drinks or salads or used to flavour pork and other meat dishes, when they are fresh, and they can be stored by drying.
Buy Anise Hyssop Online
Our Anise Hyssop herb plants are available to buy online from April to October.
| Agastache foeniculum (Anise Hyssop) Herb plant | |
|---|---|
| Aspect/Site | Full sun/Partial shade |
| Soil Type | Free draining soil |
| Flower Colour | Purple |
| Height | 90cm |
| Spread | 60cm |
| Latin Name | Agastache foeniculum |
| Hardiness | RHS rating H4 - Hardy average winter |
| Culinary | Desserts/Drinks |
| Scented | Foliage |
| Medicinal/Cosmetic | Infusion |
| Flowering/Harvest/Interest | Summer |
| Special Features | Pollinator Friendly |
| Type of Garden | Herb |
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