Hummingbird Mint (Bubblegum Hyssop)

Plant in very well-drained, lean, slightly alkaline to neutral soil in full sun; hummingbird mint is a native sage relative of the Texas-New Mexico border region with the most extraordinary foliage fragrance in the genus — a pure, sweet bubblegum-spearmint scent that fills the air when brushed. The deep rose-pink tubular flowers from summer through frost are consumed almost exclusively by hummingbirds, which are so attracted to the flowers that the plant earns its common name. It is genuinely drought tolerant and thrives in hot, dry conditions where it has excellent drainage. The plant self-sows modestly and is short-lived as a perennial (3–5 years); take cuttings in summer to maintain the garden. Deer resistant. An excellent choice for zone 8–9 pollinator gardens in full sun with excellent drainage. Спосіб посадки: Розмноження живцюванням Відстань між рослинами: 18–24 дюймів Висота: 24–36 дюймів Дні до схожості: 14–21 Температура ґрунту для схожості: 18–24°C

Plant in very well-drained, lean, slightly alkaline to neutral soil in full sun; hummingbird mint is a native sage relative of the Texas-New Mexico border region with the most extraordinary foliage fragrance in the genus — a pure, sweet bubblegum-spearmint scent that fills the air when brushed. The deep rose-pink tubular flowers from summer through frost are consumed almost exclusively by hummingbirds, which are so attracted to the flowers that the plant earns its common name. It is genuinely drought tolerant and thrives in hot, dry conditions where it has excellent drainage. The plant self-sows modestly and is short-lived as a perennial (3–5 years); take cuttings in summer to maintain the garden. Deer resistant. An excellent choice for zone 8–9 pollinator gardens in full sun with excellent drainage. Спосіб посадки: Розмноження живцюванням Відстань між рослинами: 18–24 дюймів Висота: 24–36 дюймів Дні до схожості: 14–21 Температура ґрунту для схожості: 18–24°C --- Час посадки: 2–6 тижнів spring Plant rooted cuttings or container plants in spring in very well-drained, lean, alkaline to neutral soil in full sun; excellent drainage is essential — this plant rots in heavy, moist clay. Excellent in gravel gardens and rock gardens.