Agastache rupestris
A fine native plant, much showier and longer to bloom than other Hyssops!
Blooming the first year from an early-spring sowing, it quickly forms a well-branched, upright plant about 2 1/2 to 3 feet tall. The 1- to 1 1/2-inch blooms begin as rich orange-brown buds in late spring and early summer, opening to bright salmon-pink, then darkening again as they mature. Each bloom lasts an incredible 2 months, and the plant is wonderfully floriferous, so you can imagine the display of multicolored pastel tones against the subtle grays and silvers of the foliage. In midsummer, a fully-blooming plant is a multicolor extravaganza!
Much more tolerant of cold climates than most Hyssops, this plant is hardy all the way through zone 4, and may be sown indoors for transplant in short-season areas. Of course, like most native plants, it direct-sows easily. Best in hot, dry spots, it is adaptable and carefree -- a lovely choice for a wildflower garden, naturalized meadowland, or other informal setting, but elegant enough for the bed or border, too. Zones 4-9.
| Genus | Agastache |
| Species | rupestris |
| Bloom Season | Early Summer - Late Summer |
| Habit | Upright |
| Zone | 4 - 9 |
| Plant Height | 2 ft 6 in - 3 ft |
| Bloom Size | 2 in |
| Item Form | 4 1/2-inch Pot |
| Additional Characteristics | Butterfly Lovers, Ever Blooming, Flower, Fragrance |
| Bloom Color | Multi-Color |
| Foliage Color | Silver/Gray |
| Light Requirements | Full Sun |
| Moisture Requirements | Moist, well-drained |
| Soil Tolerance | Normal, loamy |
| Uses | Ornamental, Outdoor |
| Restrictions | CAN, HI, PR |
