Hyssopus officinalis
Dark green leaves, woody stems, small pointed leaves, and spikes of pink, red, white, and blue-purple flowers.
Native to southern Europe, Hyssop was used as early as the seventh century as a purifying tea and for medicine. The ancient herb is said to cure all manner of ailments from head lice to shortness of breath.
Benefits: Attracts Bees, Attracts Butterflies
Hyssop
$7.00Price
Temperature: 65 - 85F
Light requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Mature Size: 2-3 feet tall
Water and fertilizer: Keep Moist can tolerate wet area
Bloom Time: Late Summer
Culinary use: Leaves are used for salads, liqueurs and soups
Diseases: Botrytis blight and fusarium wilt.
Pest: Aphids, mealybugs, and spider mites