Agastache 'Raspberry Nectar'

Also Known As

Raspberry Nectar™ Anise Hyssop
Raspberry Nectar™ Hummingbird Mint

Plant type

perennial, herb

size

H: 12"-18"
W: 12"-15"

planting zones

7a-10a

Agastache 'Raspberry Nectar' plant details

Agastache 'Raspberry Nectar' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial herb with green foliage. In summer 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 'Raspberry Nectar'

Plant type: perennial herb
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN - 15 IN - wide, 12 IN - 18 IN - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in summer
Uses: border plant, container plant, cottage garden, cutting garden, floriferous, fragrant, long-blooming, rock garden, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Agastache 'Raspberry Nectar'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Raspberry-red small tubular blooms form dense plumes that cover this minty-smelling plant that is attractive to hummingbirds. Blooms summer through fall. 15-18" tall clump.

By: Dancing Oaks Nursery

Raspberry Nectar has dense spikes of raspberry red flowers. The Nectar Series are compact plants growing from 15 to 18 inches tall and 15 inches wide. They are great for all summer and fall colour at the front of the border and are also compact enough for patio pots. Agastache are popular with hummingbirds. They have fragrant foliage.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

Gardening facts about Agastache 'Raspberry Nectar' plant

How to Grow Agastache 'Raspberry Nectar'

Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- occasional - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- average
- lean
- well-drained
- rocky
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant

Features

Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- pink
Wildlife
- beneficial insects
- bees
- butterflies
- hummingbirds
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous