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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 5–11Type PerennialClimate Arid, Subtropical
Licorice Mint (Agastache Rupestris) — typically reaching heights of 18 to 24 inches with a similar spread; and as an aromatic accent

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
USDA zones
5–11

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Perennial
Family
Lamiaceae
Climate
Arid, Subtropical

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Licorice Mint (Agastache Rupestris) — This plant presents an upright
Licorice Mint (Agastache Rupestris) — Licorice Mint is also adored by pollinators such as hummingbirds
Licorice Mint (Agastache Rupestris) — hence the common name.<br><br>Hardy in USDA zones 5 through 10
Licorice Mint (Agastache Rupestris) — this plant is ideal for use in borders
Licorice Mint (Agastache Rupestris) — attracting pollinators with its licorice scent; perennial for full or half
Licorice Mint (Agastache Rupestris) — It thrives in full sun and well-drained soils, blooming from late summer to fall; commonly referred to as, image 55
Licorice Mint (Agastache Rupestris) — A member of the mint family; it boasts a robust growth habit
Licorice Mint (Agastache Rupestris) — commonly referred to as Licorice Mint or Sunset Hyssop; licorice Mint is also adored by pollinators such as hummingbirds
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) — perennial for full or half
Licorice Mint (Agastache Rupestris) — exudes a delightful anise or licorice scent; a member of the mint family
Licorice Mint (Agastache Rupestris) — The blossoms are densely arranged on terminal spikes, rising above its slender, grey-green foliage; tubular orange
Licorice Mint (Agastache Rupestris) — tubular blooms that graduate from orange to pink
Licorice Mint (Agastache Rupestris) — perennial for full or half; which will add dynamic life to the landscape.<br><br>In design
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; is a perennial herb celebrated for its aromatic foliage and striking floral
Licorice Mint (Agastache Rupestris) — making it a savvy choice for water-wise gardens or xeriscaping; this plant presents an upright
Licorice Mint (Agastache Rupestris) — This drought-tolerant plant reaches up to 2-3 feet in height and spreads 1-2 feet; agastache rupestris thrives in full
Licorice Mint (Agastache Rupestris) — and as an aromatic accent
Licorice Mint (Agastache Rupestris) — is a perennial herb celebrated for its aromatic foliage and striking floral presentation
Licorice Mint (Agastache Rupestris) — flourishing from mid-summer to early fall
Licorice Mint (Agastache Rupestris) — which will add dynamic life to the landscape.<br><br>In design
Licorice Mint (Agastache Rupestris) — flourishing from mid-summer to early fall; making it a savvy choice for water-wise gardens or xeriscaping
Licorice Mint (Agastache Rupestris) — attracting pollinators with its licorice scent
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