Agastache barberi 'Tutti Frutti'

Mexican Mint

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Common Name: 

Mexican Mint

Plant Type: 

Flower color: 

Foliage color: 

Green

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Maximum temperature: 

40°C

Minimum temperature: 

7°C

Maximum height: 

150 cm

Maximum width: 

90 cm

Mexican Mint (Agastache barberi 'Tutti Frutti') - Description

Bright lavender pink upright spikes all summer. Light scented tutti-frutti leaves. Drought tolerant. Butterflies and hummingbirds.

Mexican Mint (Agastache barberi 'Tutti Frutti') - Blooming

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

Mexican Mint (Agastache barberi 'Tutti Frutti') - 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.

Mexican Mint (Agastache barberi 'Tutti Frutti') - 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.

Mexican Mint (Agastache barberi 'Tutti Frutti') - 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.

Mexican Mint (Agastache barberi 'Tutti Frutti') - Interesting facts

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

Mexican Mint (Agastache barberi 'Tutti Frutti') - Soil and irrigation

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

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