Anise Hyssop (Agastache foeniculum)

1 well-established plant in a 9cm pot, sent in plastic-free packaging. A fantastic, multi-purpose herb prized for its sweet liquorice scent and wildlife-magnet flowers.

Short-lived Perennial | 60/90cm tall | Full sun | Sweet edible leaves and flowers | High-yield nectar source and natural pest deterrent

Though a member of the mint family, Anise Hyssop offers a distinct flavour profile. The soft, heart-shaped leaves release a strong scent of sweet aniseed and liquorice with a subtle hint of mint. In the kitchen, the leaves are used to make a naturally sweet tea, while the vibrant purple flowers provide a liquorice-flavoured addition to salads and desserts. Unlike many herbs that turn woody or bitter after flowering, it remains tender, producing aromatic foliage consistently until the first frosts.

Anise Hyssop’s long-lasting flower spikes are a proven attractant for native UK bumblebees and butterflies. If the tall, upright stalks are left standing through the winter, the soft, pithy centres provide essential, ready-made nesting tubes for native cavity-nesting solitary bees. When planted alongside vegetable beds or fruit trees, the strong essential oils can act as an olfactory mask, confusing insect pests and deterring them from vulnerable crops. The pungent foliage is also naturally unpalatable to deer and rabbits. The dense spikes of purple flowers provide excellent late-season colour and structural interest. It has an RHS H3 hardiness rating; while it tolerates cold, heavy winter wet can cause root rot. So it is best treated as a short-lived perennial in the UK. Planted in well-drained soil and full sun, it will self-seed reliably, ensuring a continuous, low-maintenance presence in the garden year after year.

Delivery Information

All plants are carefully packed and sent in plastic-free packaging to protect both the plant and the environment. Plants are dispatched promptly so they arrive fresh, healthy, and ready to plant.

We ship orders using a tracked 24-hour delivery service, helping to minimise time in transit and reduce stress on the plant. Orders are packed by hand at the nursery, and we aim to dispatch early in the week to avoid delays over weekends.

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