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Agastache foeniculum (anise hyssop)
Agastache foeniculum (anise hyssop)
Hardy perennial · Lavender-purple flowers · Sweet anise-scented foliage · Loved by pollinators · Perfect for teas & edible gardens
📦 Shipping is charged at real carrier rates.We don’t mark up shipping—costs reflect distance from our nursery and careful plant packing.
🌱 6-plant minimum per order — mix & match any varieties
📦 Ships in a 2⅜” square x 3¾” deep band pot — well-rooted & ready to plant
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Anise hyssop is a hardworking perennial that brings together beauty, fragrance, and usefulness in one plant. Upright spikes of lavender-purple flowers rise above fresh green foliage from mid-summer into fall, filling the garden with movement and pollinator activity.
The leaves have a sweet anise-licorice scent and flavor and are commonly used fresh or dried for teas, desserts, and light culinary applications. The flowers are edible as well and make a lovely garnish for salads and summer drinks.
This is one of the best plants you can grow for pollinators. Bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds visit constantly, and the long bloom period makes it especially valuable late in the season. Plants are sturdy, cold-hardy, and easy to grow, returning reliably year after year.
WHY GARDENERS LOVE IT
- Lavender-purple flower spikes all summer
- Strong attraction for bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds
- Edible leaves and flowers
- Sweet anise-licorice scent and flavor
- Cold-hardy and long lived
- Easy, low-maintenance perennial
HOW IT GROWS
- Plant type: Herbaceous perennial
- Sun: Full sun
- Soil: Well-drained soil
- Water: Moderate; drought tolerant once established
- Hardiness: USDA Zones 3–9
- Growth habit: Upright, clumping
SIZE & BLOOM
- Height × Width: ~3–4 ft. × 2–3 ft.
- Flower color: Lavender-purple
- Bloom time: Mid-summer through fall
- Fragrance: Sweet anise/licorice
- Wildlife: Bees, butterflies, hummingbirds
PLANTING TIPS
- Plant in full sun for best bloom and flavor
- Choose soil with good drainage
- Space plants for airflow
- Water regularly during establishment
CARE MADE EASY
- Leave stems standing over winter for structure
- Cut back old growth in spring
- Deadhead to encourage extended bloom if desired
- Very tolerant once established
BEST USES
- Pollinator gardens
- Herb and tea gardens
- Edible landscapes
- Cottage and meadow plantings
- Mixed perennial borders
HOW TO KNOW IT’S RIGHT FOR YOU
Choose Anise Hyssop if you:
- Garden for pollinators
- Enjoy edible herbs and teas
- Want long-season bloom
- Prefer hardy, reliable perennials
- Like plants that smell as good as they look
POT SIZE: 2⅜” square x 3¾” deep band pot
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What to Expect With Your Plants
What size plants will I receive?
Most plants ship in 2 3/8” x 3 3/4” band pots—ideal for healthy root growth.
Top growth varies by variety and season, but every plant arrives well-rooted, actively growing, and ready to plant.
Grown naturally without artificial heat or lights, our plants are hardy, adaptable, and ready to thrive in real garden conditions.
When will my plants ship?
We schedule plant orders based on your area’s average last frost date and when each plant is truly ready to ship. You’ll receive an email with your estimated ship date once your order is scheduled.
Orders ship Monday–Wednesday via UPS or USPS (2–3 day service), so your plants arrive before the weekend and spend less time in transit. Shipping begins in spring—usually mid-April—when weather and plant health align, so your plants arrive strong, well-rooted, and ready to thrive.
Do you guarantee your plants?
We stand behind our plants and our packing process. While we can't control weather or how plants are cared for after arrival, we do guarantee that your plants will arrive healthy and in good condition. If there's an issue, just reach out and we're happy to help.
Are your plants inspected for plant health and disease?
Yes. Our nursery is inspected at least twice each year by the Oregon Department of Agriculture and meets state plant health and disease standards.
Why does shipping cost what it does for live plants?
Shipping live plants requires careful packaging, seasonal timing, and fast transit to ensure they arrive healthy.
Our shipping rates are calculated in real time based on box size, weight, and destination, and we always select the best available option for safe, timely delivery.
We never inflate shipping costs — you pay what it costs us to ship your order safely.
Have more questions?
We want you to feel good about your plant order. Find answers about shipping, sizing, care, and guarantees in our full FAQ.