Agastache rugosa 'Honey Bee White'

Korean Mint

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Common Name:

Korean Mint

Plant Type:

Flower color:

Foliage color:

Green

Sun (From 0 to 5):

4

Water (From 0 to 5):

2

Maximum temperature:

40°C

Minimum temperature:

7°C

Maximum height:

145 cm

Maximum width:

55 cm

Korean Mint (Agastache rugosa 'Honey Bee White') - Description

Elegant 4" white flower spikes on uniform 2-3'plants. Perfect companions for low to mid-height salvias and very attractive to bees and other beneficial insects. Heat and drought tolerant once established. GARDEN HINTS: Sow indoors 8-12 weeks before setting outdoors. Blooms freely first year from seed, if started before mid-May. Grow in full sun.

Korean Mint (Agastache rugosa 'Honey Bee White') - Blooming

Blooms spikes of whorled, small, 2-lipped flowers between midsummer and fall in shades of purple and pink.

Korean Mint (Agastache rugosa 'Honey Bee White') - Growth

Aromatic perennials. Giant Hyssops do well in full sun. Plant height varies depending on the variety. Some species will reach a height of 5 ft. Tender plants should be overwintered in a shelter. Works well in a herb garden or mixed border. Where not hardy, grow as annuals in containers.

Korean Mint (Agastache rugosa 'Honey Bee White') - Planting

Propagate from the seed in early spring at 55-64°F (13-18°C). Can also propagate by division in spring, or from semi-ripe cuttings in summer.

Korean Mint (Agastache rugosa 'Honey Bee White') - Pest

During dry summers, mildew and rust can affect foliage. Also prone to downy mildew and fungal leaf diseases. Agastache is very attractive to insects.

Korean Mint (Agastache rugosa 'Honey Bee White') - Interesting facts

Agastache is native to the dry, hilly sites of China, Japan, United States, and Mexico.

Korean Mint (Agastache rugosa 'Honey Bee White') - Soil and irrigation

Giant Hyssops require moderate water. Does best in rich soil that is well-draining.