Agastache Seeds – Hummingbird Mint

Agastache, known as Hummingbird Mint or Hyssop, is a hardy perennial herb admired for its aromatic leaves and vibrant red flower spikes. The Red Heather Queen variety produces tall, showy blooms that attract hummingbirds, butterflies, and bees throughout the summer. It thrives in sunny conditions and adds color, fragrance, and pollinator activity to herb gardens, borders, and landscapes.

Features and Specifications:

• Plant Type: Perennial herb

• Common Name: Hummingbird Mint / Hyssop

• Variety: Red Heather Queen

• Bloom Color: Bright red

• Maturity: Blooms within the first growing season

• Growth Habit: Upright, bushy

• Height: 24–36 inches tall

• Light Requirements: Full sun

• Soil Requirements: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil

• Watering: Low to moderate; drought-tolerant once established

• USDA Hardiness Zones: 5–10

• Sowing Months:

  • Zones 5–6: March–May, September

  • Zones 7–8: February–April, October

  • Zones 9–10: January–March, November–December

• Germination Time: 14–21 days at 70–75°F (21–24°C)

• Season: Summer to early fall bloom period

• Uses: Ideal for pollinator gardens, borders, herb beds, and containers

• Special Features: Attracts hummingbirds, butterflies, and bees; aromatic and heat-tolerant