Agastache rugosa 'Little Adder'
Hummingbird Mint
Agastache rugosa 'Little Adder' - Hummingbird Mint from Moose Crossing Garden Center
- Smaller version of "Black Adder"
- Deep violet-black blooms
- Fragrant foliage
- Blooms all summer
Border or Bed
Container
Drought Tolerant
Fast Growing
Fragrant
Great Foliage
Deer Resistant
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips:
Plant in full sun, in well drained soil. It's a good idea to mix gravel in with the soil to ensure good drainage, especially in winter. Naturally heat and drought tolerant. Wonderful border plant for perennial gardens.
Height: 15-18 in
Spread: 18-24 in
Spacing: 20-24 in
Price Level 1: $7.99 ea.~#1
Bloom Color: Lavender
Zone: 5-9
Price Level 2: 5 for $35~#1
Additional Characteristics & Attributes:
Attributes:
- Border or Bed
- Fast Growing
- Great Foliage
- Container
- Fragrant
- Drought Tolerant
Critter Resistance:
- Deer Resistant
- Rabbit Resistant
Exposure:
- Full Sun
Habit:
- Upright
Foliage Color:
- Green
Season of Interest (Flowering):
- Summer
Attracts Wildlife:
- Attracts Pollinators
- Attracts Butterflies
- Attracts Hummingbirds
Soil Moisture:
- Average Water
- Dry Soil
Genus Overview: Agastache
Common Name: Anise Hyssop
Member of the mint family. Agastache has aromatic foliage and flowers; resembling that of licorice. An upright, clumping habit. Excellent source of nectar and highly attractive to bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. Seeds provide winter food source for birds.