Hyssop Seeds grow into perennial, upright, aromatic plants with narrow, lance-shaped leaves and spikes of small, tubular flowers in shades of blue, purple, or pink. They thrive in temperate climates with full sun and well-draining, fertile soil. Hyssop is ideal for garden beds, borders, herb gardens, and container planting, providing ornamental blooms, fragrant foliage, and attracting pollinators such as bees and butterflies.
Features
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Perennial, upright, aromatic growth habit
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Produces spikes of small, tubular flowers in blue, purple, or pink
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Suitable for garden beds, borders, herb gardens, and containers
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Thrives in full sun with well-draining soil
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Provides fragrant foliage and attracts pollinators
Specifications
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Scientific Name: Hyssopus officinalis
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Common Name (US): Hyssop
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Seed Type / Variety: Garden Variety
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Growth Habit: Upright perennial
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USDA Zones: 3-9
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Planting Season: Spring
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Growing Season: Summer
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Sowing Season: Spring
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Sowing Months: March to May
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Germination Time and Conditions: 14-21 days, keep soil moist, light recommended
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Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
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Soil Requirements: Well-draining, fertile soil
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Watering Needs: Moderate, allow soil to dry slightly between watering
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Mature Plant Size: 18-36 inches tall, 12-18 inches spread
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Plant Spacing: 12-18 inches between plants