Agastache cana 'Butterfly Delight'
Purple Pygmy
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Purple Pygmy (Agastache cana 'Butterfly Delight') - Description
Butterflies cling to the tall, colorful flower stalks on warm summer afternoons. This mix blooms the first year onward in white, blue, cherry, purple and beige.
Purple Pygmy (Agastache cana 'Butterfly Delight') - Blooming
Blooms spikes of whorled, small, 2-lipped flowers between midsummer and fall in shades of purple and pink.
Purple Pygmy (Agastache cana 'Butterfly Delight') - Growth
Aromatic perennials. Giant Hyssops do well in full sun. Plant height varies depending on the variety. Some species will reach a height of 5 ft. Tender plants should be overwintered in a shelter. Works well in a herb garden or mixed border. Where not hardy, grow as annuals in containers.
Purple Pygmy (Agastache cana 'Butterfly Delight') - Planting
Propagate from the seed in early spring at 55-64°F (13-18°C). Can also propagate by division in spring, or from semi-ripe cuttings in summer.
Purple Pygmy (Agastache cana 'Butterfly Delight') - Pest
During dry summers, mildew and rust can affect foliage. Also prone to downy mildew and fungal leaf diseases. Agastache is very attractive to insects.
Purple Pygmy (Agastache cana 'Butterfly Delight') - Interesting facts
Agastache is native to the dry, hilly sites of China, Japan, United States, and Mexico.
Purple Pygmy (Agastache cana 'Butterfly Delight') - Soil and irrigation
Giant Hyssops require moderate water. Does best in rich soil that is well-draining.
