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Left: Agastache foeniculum in summer.
Left: Agastache foeniculum in summer.
Above: Anise Hyssop in early fall with a hummingbird.
Above: Anise Hyssop in early fall with a hummingbird.
Plant Characteristics
Plant Characteristics
Plant Preference/Growing Conditions:
Partial to full sun with well-drained soil.
Growth Habit/Description:
Height reaches 24-36". In the mint family, it attracts bees, butterflies, and birds, and repels deer and rabbits. It's used for teas and salads sometimes.
Bloom Season:
Tiny blue to purple flowers begin blooming in June and last until late autumn.
Fall and/or Winter Interest?
Yes. During the fall, it has small flowers with 2-3 rays/petals.
Distribution
Distribution
Habitat: Native to the Midwest and prairies of North America, anise hyssop thrives in landscapes like coastal, meadow, naturalized areas, and slopes/banks. Butterfly, cottage, drought-tolerant, and pollinator gardens are ideal places to implement them.
Native to Arkansas? No
Native to Garland County? No
Endemic to Arkansas? No
Ecological Value
Ecological Value
Host Plant for Caterpillars?
Yes. Anise hyssop is a host plant for Radcliffe's dagger moth and Monarch butterfly.
Other Known Ecological Value?
Yes. The nectar and pollen are essential for pollinators like bees, butterflies, hummingbirds, and other beneficial insects. The seeds serve as food for birds.
Other Interesting Facts
Other Interesting Facts
Origin of Name: The aromatic properties.
Related Plant Species: Other Agastache species are Korean hyssop and licorice mint.
Use For Food/Medicine:
Anise hys used for salad, seasoning, and tea.
References
References
NC State University (No info on writer, date, etc.) Available from: https://plants.ces.ncsu.edu/plants/agastache-foeniculum/common-name/anise-hyssop/
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