Agastache Seeds – Heather Queen Hummingbird Mint

Agastache Heather Queen, also known as Hummingbird Mint, is a fragrant and colorful perennial that attracts hummingbirds and butterflies to your garden. Its vibrant flower spikes and aromatic foliage make it a perfect choice for rock gardens, borders, and pollinator-friendly landscapes. This hardy, drought-tolerant plant thrives in sunny locations and is known for its low maintenance needs, making it ideal for both beginner and experienced gardeners.

Features:

• Produces tall, colorful flower spikes that attract pollinators.

• Highly fragrant foliage with mint-like aroma.

• Excellent for borders, rock gardens, and containers.

• Drought-tolerant once established.

• Resistant to deer and many common pests.

• Long blooming season with minimal maintenance required.

Specifications:

• Scientific Name: Agastache ‘Heather Queen’

• Common Name (US): Hummingbird Mint

• Plant Type: Perennial

• Growth Height: 18–30 inches

• Bloom Color: Shades of pink to purple

• Light Requirement: Full sun

• Soil Type: Well-drained, sandy or loamy soil

• Water Needs: Moderate; drought-tolerant once mature

• USDA Hardiness Zones: 5–10

• Sowing Season:

  • Indoors: Late winter to early spring (February–April)

  • Outdoors: After last frost in spring (April–June)

• Blooming Season: Summer to early fall (June–September)

• Germination Time: 14–21 days

• Spacing: 12–18 inches apart

• Maintenance Level: Low