Reupestris Agastache Plant

Craving a plant that ignites your senses? Look no further than Agastache Rupestris, a North American native ready to paint your garden with vibrant hues and fill it with an intoxicating licorice-mint aroma. From mid-summer until fall, fiery orange blooms erupt into long, dancing spikes, contrasting elegantly with the gray-green, aromatic foliage. Each unique flower boasts a touch of whimsy, its fiery orange petals set against a mesmerizing lavender calyx.

Our Agastache Plants are carefully nurtured without the use of harmful pesticides, ensuring they are safe for your garden and the environment. Guaranteed to arrive alive and thriving!

Planting Instructions:

• - Can be planted spring, summer, of fall

Soil Preparation:

• - Ideal soil pH: 6.0-7.5

Watering Specifics:

• - Water deeply during the establishment period, then allow the soil to dry between waterings
• - Drought-tolerant once established; avoid overwatering

Fertilizer Type:

• - Use a light application of balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring
• - Over-fertilization can reduce the plant's aromatic oils and bloom production

Pruning and Training:

• - Deadhead spent blooms to encourage continued flowering throughout the season
• - Cut back plants by half in late winter or early spring to promote vigorous new growth

Additional Pest Management:

• - Naturally resistant to most pests and diseases, making it an easy-care plant

Blooming Indicators:

• - Blooms continuously from early summer to late fall

Light Requirements:

• - Can tolerate light shade, especially in hotter climates

Temperature Tolerance:

• - Thrives in temperatures between 60-85°F
• - Heat and drought tolerant; does not perform well in overly wet soils

Companion Plants for Agastache:

• - Euphorbia: Their unique foliage and flowers contrast well with Agastache's spikes
• - Gaura: Adds a light, airy texture to the garden with its delicate flowers
• - Penstemon: These perennials bring additional vertical interest and attract pollinators
• - Sedum: Low-growing, drought-tolerant, and offers a beautiful contrast with Agastache's upright form
• - Echinacea: Complements Agastache with its vibrant flowers and shared love of sun