Agastache Blue Fortune (2 Litre pot)

This perennial dies back to below ground level each year in autumn then fresh new growth appears again in spring. Position full sun Soil well-drained fertile soil Rate of growth average Flowering period July to October Hardiness hardy borderline Hyssops are great for adding vertical accents to a border with whorls of long-lasting tiny flowers arranged like a bottlebrush and pointed aromatic fresh green leaves that are attractive to butterflies and bees. They are short-lived though and may need replacing every few years especially after a cold or wet winter.

Blue Fortune has loose spires of lilac-blue flowers from July to October and peppermint-scented leaves. This upright bushy perennial is perfect for the middle of a sheltered sunny border. Try it as part of a Mediterranean scheme with grey-leaved plants or among ornamental grasses Garden care Dont cut back the faded flower-stems until early spring as they provide interest in the winter months.

Lift and divide congested colonies in spring.