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The Plant Life of the Lurie Garden


Overview
Perennials and Bulbs of the Lurie Garden

Giant Hyssop

sterile variety; strong stems in winter; structural; aromatic leaves; good for cutting

 
Latin name Agastache 'Blue Fortune'
Common name Giant Hyssop
Family Lamiaceae
Zone Z5-8
Bloom time Summer/Fall
Season(s) of Interest Winter
Height 3.5'
Native or origin Asia
Soil conditions Drought tolerant
Flower color Blue-Purple
Known wildlife aspects Bees, Butterflies, Birds
Light Requirements Full Sun
Lurie Garden location Light and Dark Plate
Companion plants



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