Agastache rugosa 'Heronswood Mist'

Also Known As

Heronswood Mist Hummingbird Mint

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 18"-26"
W: 15"-24"

planting zones

7a-10b

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Agastache rugosa 'Heronswood Mist' plant details

Agastache rugosa 'Heronswood Mist' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer purple flowers emerge. Attracts bees, beneficial insects, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, gritty, lean, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Agastache rugosa 'Heronswood Mist'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 15 IN - 24 IN - wide, 18 IN - 26 IN - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in summer
Uses: fragrant, long-blooming, self-sowing

GROWING CONDITIONS for Agastache rugosa 'Heronswood Mist'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Introduced some years ago by plant explorer Daniel Hinkley, this fine “Hummingbird Mint” has become a favorite of our nursery staff for its earlier and long bloom season and appealing habit . With its tidy compact mounding 26” tall x 2’ wide form and phenomenal number of bloom spikes, it’s a champ both in the garden or container. Erect narrow rich purple 6-8” bloom spikes crowd above the licorice-scented foliage for months – from mid-Summer onwards, bringing lots of bees, butterflies and hummingbirds. A reliable actor in the Summer thru Fall garden, you get those colorful exclamation marks, adding valuable vertical character to the garden. Self-sows. Deer resistant!

By: Annie's Annuals & Perennials

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How to Grow Agastache rugosa 'Heronswood Mist'

Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- adaptable
- average
- lean
- well-drained
- rich
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant

Features

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