Agastache

A flood of flowers and an unmistakable scent make agastache a popular part of any naturally styled garden. Most of the varieties available here originate in the warm regions of North America and Mexico, which is why they thrive best in full sun in well-drained loamy-sandy soil. Growing this short-lived perennial is very easy, and even beginners can embark on it without worry. The plant effortlessly withstands frosts, does not suffer from diseases, and is avoided by pests. We will deliver a healthy seedling in a pot, which you just need to plant directly into the flowerbed. The Kolibri variety stands out with its delicate appearance and grows to a height of up to eighty centimeters. All summer long, it blooms with plenty of tiny apricot and pastel pink flowers that reliably attract pollinators. It combines excellently with lower grasses and softens the structure of the entire planting. The rich set of flowers directly encourages cutting for vases, where they will maintain their fresh appearance for a long time. Both the flowers and aromatic leaves are even edible and will perfectly flavor summer drinks.

Agastache Linda is a charming perennial that brings a lot of life and an amazing fragrance to the garden. Most hybrids available here come from plants native to North America and Mexico, where they grow in sunny and drier habitats. Therefore, in your garden as well, it will most enjoy full sun and well-drained, even loamy or sandy soil. From the delivered mature seedling in a pot, an elegant clump fifty to eighty centimeters tall will grow very quickly. This short-lived perennial is a great choice even for complete beginners. It does not need special care, easily handles harsher frosts, and does not suffer from any diseases or pests. The Linda variety is characterized by a delicate overall appearance and blooms continuously from July to September with plenty of tiny purple flowers with a dark purple calyx. Its flowers act as a reliable attraction for bees and butterflies, providing them with a rich food source. The growth itself is also interesting in this cultivar. The purple shoots gradually turn green during the growing season and are complemented by dark green aromatic leaves with a reddish tinge. Furthermore, the flowers and fragrant leaves are edible, so you can easily use them to liven up summer dishes or various homemade drinks. In the flowerbed, Agastache will look best in naturally styled compositions and mixed plantings. It gets along perfectly with other drought-tolerant perennials and shorter grasses, forming a beautiful contrast with them. It will also find its use among all bouquet lovers who like to create from their own crops. The sturdy stems with inflorescences are perfectly suited for cutting into a vase, bringing lightness and staying fresh for about a week.