Anise Hyssop Seed Pack

Anise Hyssop is both a gorgeous, upright perennial and a delicious herb for teas, baking, or sitting near while reading a good book in the garden. It is native to North America, where it was used by native peoples to treat many ailments. Its aroma is indeed anise-like; a small handful of its leaves make a great addition to a salad, and when dried it can be used to season baked goods. The flowers are attractive to bees and hummingbirds, making Anise Hyssop one of the most useful plants of the garden.

• 200 seeds
  
• Days to Maturity: 80 days from transplant
• Days to Germination: 7-14 days
• Width at Maturity: 18"
• Height at Maturity: 36"
• Hardiness Zone Range: 4-8
• Sun Conditions: Partial Sun (4-6 hours sun)
• Planting Depth: Surface
• Row Spacing: 12"
• Plant Spacing: 12"

Growing Instructions

One of the easiest perennials to start from seed. Start seeds indoors 8-12 weeks before last spring frost. Surface sow several seeds per 2" cell, press in and water lightly, taking care not to dislodge the seeds. Keep moist but not wet in a cool environment for germination. Once seeds emerge, keep plants at a steady temperature, and do not over-water, letting soil dry a bit between waterings. Once plants are 2-3" high and soil is warm and workable, plants an be transplanted outdoors. You can also let them grow and establish themselves and transplant once 4-6" high. Anise hyssop prefers warm, well-drained soil and will thrive in poor and rich soils alike. Also great in perennial container plantings.