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Agastache rugosa 'Little Adder' PP26514

Plant type

perennial, herb

size

  • H: 15"-18"
  • W: 18"-22"

planting zones

  • 5a-10b

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Agastache rugosa 'Little Adder' PP26514 plant details

Agastache rugosa 'Little Adder' PP26514 is a broadleaf deciduous perennial herb 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 - mostly sun and regular - occasional water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in acidic, average, clay, gritty, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Agastache rugosa 'Little Adder' PP26514

Plant type: perennial herb
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 18 IN - 22 IN - wide, 15 IN - 18 IN - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in summer
Uses: compact, container plant, fragrant foliage, long-blooming

GROWING CONDITIONS for Agastache rugosa 'Little Adder' PP26514

USDA Zones: 5a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat and humidity
Soil needs: acidic, average, clay, gritty, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

More compact than Black Adder and Blue Fortune Agastache with up to twice the flower power! Little Adder Agastache was selected for its exceptional flower power and its compact rounded to upright habit that lend it to use in the garden, landscape, and definitely containers. The waves of small purple tubular flowers crammed into dense deep purple spikes attract a myriad of pollinators from late spring to fall including bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. Provide a well drained sunny sight with good air circulation for the best results.

Gardening facts about Agastache rugosa 'Little Adder' PP26514 plant

How to Grow Agastache rugosa 'Little Adder' PP26514

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - occasional
  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • acidic
    • adaptable
    • average
    • 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
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