Licorice Mint

Agastache Rupestris

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Overview

Agastache rupestris, or Licorice Mint, is an aromatic perennial with slender, tubular orange flowers and silvery-green foliage. This drought-tolerant plant reaches up to 2-3 feet in height and spreads 1-2 feet, attracting pollinators with its licorice scent. It thrives in full sun and well-drained soils, blooming from late summer to fall. Ideal for xeriscaping and herb gardens, it offers both visual interest and culinary uses.

Sun Full, HalfWater MediumZones 5–11Climate Arid, Subtropical

Licorice Mint (Agastache Rupestris) — This drought-tolerant plant reaches up to 2-3 feet in height and spreads 1-2 feet

Licorice Mint (Agastache Rupestris) — is an aromatic perennial with slender

Licorice Mint (Agastache Rupestris) — This drought-tolerant plant reaches up to 2-3 feet in height and spreads 1-2 feet

Licorice Mint (Agastache Rupestris) — It thrives in full sun and well-drained soils, blooming from late summer to fall

Licorice Mint (Agastache Rupestris) — attracting pollinators with its licorice scent

Licorice Mint (Agastache Rupestris) — Ideal for xeriscaping and herb gardens, it offers both visual interest and culinary uses

Licorice Mint (Agastache Rupestris) — commonly referred to as Licorice Mint or Sunset Hyssop

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Medium
USDA zones: 5–11

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Lamiaceae
Climate: Arid, Subtropical

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Licorice Mint (Agastache Rupestris) — tubular orange flowers and silvery-green foliage

Licorice Mint (Agastache Rupestris) — is an aromatic perennial with slender

Licorice Mint (Agastache Rupestris) — This drought-tolerant plant reaches up to 2-3 feet in height and spreads 1-2 feet

Licorice Mint (Agastache Rupestris) — It thrives in full sun and well-drained soils, blooming from late summer to fall

Licorice Mint (Agastache Rupestris) — attracting pollinators with its licorice scent

Licorice Mint (Agastache Rupestris) — Ideal for xeriscaping and herb gardens, it offers both visual interest and culinary uses

Licorice Mint (Agastache Rupestris) — commonly referred to as Licorice Mint or Sunset Hyssop

Licorice Mint (Agastache Rupestris) — A member of the mint family

Licorice Mint (Agastache Rupestris) — is a perennial herb celebrated for its aromatic foliage and striking floral presentation

Licorice Mint (Agastache Rupestris) — it boasts a robust growth habit

Licorice Mint (Agastache Rupestris) — typically reaching heights of 18 to 24 inches with a similar spread

Licorice Mint (Agastache Rupestris) — This plant presents an upright

Licorice Mint (Agastache Rupestris) — tubular blooms that graduate from orange to pink

Licorice Mint (Agastache Rupestris) — The blossoms are densely arranged on terminal spikes, rising above its slender, grey-green foliage

Licorice Mint (Agastache Rupestris) — flourishing from mid-summer to early fall

Licorice Mint (Agastache Rupestris) — hence the common name.<br><br>Hardy in USDA zones 5 through 10

Licorice Mint (Agastache Rupestris) — exudes a delightful anise or licorice scent

Licorice Mint (Agastache Rupestris) — Agastache rupestris thrives in full sun to light shade and prefers well-drained soils

Licorice Mint (Agastache Rupestris) — It is remarkably drought-tolerant once established

Licorice Mint (Agastache Rupestris) — making it a savvy choice for water-wise gardens or xeriscaping

Licorice Mint (Agastache Rupestris) — this plant is ideal for use in borders

Licorice Mint (Agastache Rupestris) — which will add dynamic life to the landscape.<br><br>In design

Licorice Mint (Agastache Rupestris) — Licorice Mint is also adored by pollinators such as hummingbirds

Licorice Mint (Agastache Rupestris) — is an aromatic perennial with slender; attracting pollinators with its licorice scent

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