Hyssop is a flowering perennial herb native to regions in the Middle East. Shrub-like common Hyssop plants are known as a medicinal herb used to sooth and help treat coughs, colds and sore throats. With hardy growth, this variety is also known as "Syrian Oregano" and develops violet-blue flowers spiked on deep-green slender stems that give off a bright aroma"as Hyssop is in the mint family and makes a vibrant ornamental herb.
Latin Name: Hyssopus officinalis
Color: Violet-blue flower spikes, slender deep-green stems
Flavor: Aromatic, bright, floral, minty
Days to Maturity: 70-85 Perennial
Seed Planting Depth: 1/4 inches
Seed Plant Spacing: 12-18 inches
Growth Habit: Upright/compact/shrub-like
Soil Preference: Added compost, dry and well-drained
Temp Preference: Warm
Light Preference: Full sun to partial shade
Pests/Diseases: Hoverflies, moths, root rot
Hyssop is a flowering perennial herb native to regions in the Middle East. Shrub-like common Hyssop plants are known as a medicinal herb used to sooth and help treat coughs, colds and sore throats. With hardy growth, this variety is also known as "Syrian Oregano" and develops violet-blue flowers spiked on deep-green slender stems that give off a bright aroma"as Hyssop is in the mint family and makes a vibrant ornamental herb.
Latin Name: Hyssopus officinalis
Color: Violet-blue flower spikes, slender deep-green stems
Flavor: Aromatic, bright, floral, minty
Days to Maturity: 70-85 Perennial
Seed Planting Depth: 1/4 inches
Seed Plant Spacing: 12-18 inches
Growth Habit: Upright/compact/shrub-like
Soil Preference: Added compost, dry and well-drained
Temp Preference: Warm
Light Preference: Full sun to partial shade
Pests/Diseases: Hoverflies, moths, root rot
