agastache, hummingbird mints

Generous, sturdy spikes of pink, orange, yellow, lavender blue flowers are produced in abundance on this Mint family relative. Its aromatic, silvery blue to green foliage, repeat blooming flowers, and well-behaved, strong, upright habit is great for cutting, attracting pollinators, and repelling deer. Long blooming, very heat and drought tolerant once established in the garden. Browse our selection of Hummingbird Mint varieties online.

Plant in well-drained to dry, nutrient rich soil amended with organic matter like Petitti Planting Mix. Water well after planting; maintain 1” of water, once a week the first year. Use Plant-tone and Iron-tone in spring or at planting; apply Osmocote in summer after deadheading spent flowers down to lateral buds. Mulch 1-2” to suppress weeds. Divide in spring or fall when necessary. Provide added winter protection, except for ‘Blue Fortune’. Propagation prohibited.