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Anise Hyssop, Agastache foeniculum
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Summer

Anise Hyssop

Agastache foeniculum

Family: Lamiaceae

Earthy & Warmaniselicorice
SeasonSummer
OriginNorth America
IntensityModerate
LifespanPerennial
About This Flower

Earthy & Warm · Summer bloomer

Anise hyssop's long spikes of lavender-blue flowers buzz with pollinators all summer, its leaves releasing a warm, sweet anise-licorice fragrance when crushed, beloved by bees and herbalists alike.

Symbolism & Meaning

warmth, sweetness

In the Victorian language of flowers, anise hyssop means “Sweetness”.

Habitat & Environment

North America

Anise Hyssop is native to North America.

Quick Reference

  • Scientific NameAgastache foeniculum
  • FamilyLamiaceae
  • Native ToNorth America
  • Bloom SeasonSummer
  • LifespanPerennial
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