Agastache rupestris
Also called:
Hummingbird Mint
Giant Hyssop
Botanical Description
Plant Family:
Lamiaceae
Deciduous
Herbaceous Plant, Perennial
Oregon Native?
No
West State Native?
Yes
Native to Arizona and New Mexico
Pat Kolling
Flower:
Pink
Blooms from :
Jun
to:
Sep
Beautiful fragrant tubular flowers.
Foliage:
Green
Grayish-green mint scented leaves
Site Selection
Minimum USDA Hardiness Zone:
5
Water Needs:
L
Sun Needs:
Full Sun
Deer Resistant?
Yes
Firewise?
No
Height:
2-2.5'
Spread:
18"
Growth Rate:
Native Habitat:
It is native to cool mountain slopes in Arizona and New Mexico.
Soil Needs
Easily grown in average, dry-to medium, well drained soils. Tolerates dry soils once established.
Fertilizer Needs:
Not necessary. Don?t over-feed; a fall top dressing of compost is all they need to flourish. Too much high nitrogen fertilizers will shorten their lifespan and make the plants floppy.
Recommended Mulch:
Sandy/gravelly mulches will protect plants and help avoid onset of rot.
Wildlife Uses
Attracts Pollinators?
Yes
Attracts Birds?
Yes
Supports Butterflies?
Yes
Wildlife use description: