Agastache scrophulariifolia
This hardy species can grow up to 2 m tall and produces light purple flower spikes and pleasantly aromatic foliage.
In the United States, it is known as "Giant Purple Hyssop". The name Agastache comes from the Greek aga, meaning "abundance", and stachys, meaning "ear".
Find out more on the Kokopelli blog: "Agastaches to treat malaria, depression, cancer, hepatitis...".
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in bucket
Sow on the surface, in pots or trays, under a well-lit shelter. Press lightly and keep moist. Germination takes a long time, requiring a period of 1 to 3 weeks at a temperature of around 20°C. Re-pot seedlings at the 2 to 4-leaf stage in individual cups. Transplant seedlings in the open ground after the last frosts, 30 cm apart in all directions.
March, April, May
June, July, August, September
in the ground, in pot
sunny, semi-shade
low
all floor types
fees, light, drained
Agastache scrophulariifolia
mid-season
200 seeds
Purple
fragrance, edible
From 150 to 200 cm
pointed
North America
The 22 species of the Agastache genus contain mainly terpenoids and phenylpropanoids. It is a medicinal plant used by the Meskwaki people for diuretic decoctions.
