Description

Hyssopus officinalis

Excellent beneficial insect attractant. Blooms in early summer with lavender blue flowers on bushy plants. Well known for its historical medicinal properties, lesser known for its once common culinary uses. Lightly cover seeds indoors and transplant at 18″ after danger of frost. Moderately frost-tolerant.

Direct seed in early spring or transplant into the garden after all danger of frost has passed. It will need full sun and well-draining soil. Water well to ensure good germination. Once germinated, hyssop will need at least an inch of water per week. Typically grown for leaves and flowers. Perennial.