AGASTACHE X BLACK ADDER / HYSSOP

Introduce a touch of elegance and drama to your garden with 'Black Adder' Agastache, a striking hybrid known for its tall, dark purple spikes and aromatic foliage. This stunning perennial offers a sophisticated color palette, with dark purple flowers blooming from mid-summer to fall, making it a perfect choice for adding vertical interest and contrast in sunny borders or pollinator-friendly gardens.

Why Choose 'Black Adder'?

• Comparison: 'Black Adder' stands out with its deep, almost black-purple flower spikes, making it more dramatic than other Agastache varieties with lighter tones. Its color contrast pairs beautifully with both warm and cool-toned plants.
• Companions: Pairs well with vibrant plants like yellow coneflowers, orange daylilies, or ornamental grasses. It also complements lighter-colored plants such as white or pink echinacea, adding a striking visual contrast.

Key Features:

• Deep Purple Blooms: Tall spikes of rich, dark purple flowers that bloom from mid-summer to fall, providing striking color and height to your garden.
• Fragrant Foliage: The aromatic leaves emit a delightful, minty fragrance when brushed, enhancing the sensory appeal of your garden.
• Pollinator-Friendly: Attracts bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds, making it an excellent addition to any pollinator garden.
• Drought & Heat Tolerant: Thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, perfect for water-wise gardens and sunny spots.
• Low Maintenance: Once established, ‘Black Adder’ is easy to grow and requires minimal care.

Specifications:

• Bloom Time: Mid-summer to fall.
• Height: 60–90 cm | Spread: 45–60 cm.
• Hardiness: Zone 5.

Enhance your garden with the bold beauty and fragrance of Agastache x 'Black Adder', a striking perennial that brings color, drama, and pollinator appeal to any sunny garden.