HYSSOP

Hyssopus officinalis


TYPE OF PLANT: [BEE & BUTTERFLY NECTAR PLANT] [HERB]


Habitat: Sunny, sheltered position.

Habit: Height about 30-60 cm. Can be used for a low hedge or in containers and windowboxes.

Flower Colour: Blue/white/red. Flowers can be dried and used in pot pouri.

Planting Time: Plant seeds in April indoors. Plant out 30 cm apart.

Nectar Plant for: Bees and popular particularly with white butterflies.


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