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Agastache scrophulariifolia

Family Labiatae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   4a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level
Height 0.6 - 1.8 m (2 - 6 ft)
Spread 45 - 60 cm (1.5 - 2 ft)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type loam
Soil pH neutral

Description The herbaceous perennial Agastache scrophulariifolia bears showy, faded purple, fragrant and repeat-blooming blossoms during late summer to early autumn. This plant is upright and has matte, medium textured and fragrant foliage that is medium green in colour.
Typical Uses Border, cut flowers, vegetable garden and wild flower.
Special Characteristics Hummingbirds and butterflies are attracted to Agastache scrophulariifolia . Agastache scrophulariifolia is tolerant of drought.
Cautions With its fast growth rate, Agastache scrophulariifolia will reach its mature size quickly. Keep this in mind when planning the layout of your garden. Reaching maturity quickly can be a benefit if you want your garden to look more established sooner. This plant is self-sowing, and without intervention may spread broadly and randomly.