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Agastache 'Rainbow Sorbet'

Also Known As

  • Rainbow Sorbet Anise Hyssop
  • Rainbow Sorbet Hummingbird Mint

Plant type

perennial, herb

size

  • H: 2'-3'
  • W: 2'-3'

planting zones

  • 7a-10b

Agastache 'Rainbow Sorbet' plant details

Agastache 'Rainbow Sorbet' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial herb with blue foliage. In fall and summer orange and pink flowers emerge. Attracts bees, beneficial insects, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Agastache 'Rainbow Sorbet'

Plant type: perennial herb
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: deciduous blue
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: orange and pink blooms in fall and summer
Uses: border plant, container plant, cottage garden, cutting garden, floriferous, fragrant, long-blooming, rock garden, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Agastache 'Rainbow Sorbet'

USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat
Soil needs: average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained

Gardening facts about Agastache 'Rainbow Sorbet' plant

How to Grow Agastache 'Rainbow Sorbet'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • lean
    • well-drained
    • rocky
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • blue
  • Flower Color

    • pink
    • orange
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • bees
    • butterflies
    • hummingbirds
    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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