AVAILABLE SPRING 2026

Agastache ‘Morello’ is a striking and pollinator-friendly perennial in the mint family (Lamiaceae), often grown for its aromatic foliage and long season of colourful blooms. It’s sometimes called hummingbird mint, giant hyssop, or hummingbird mint ‘Morello’.

• Flowers: Tall, dense spikes of deep burgundy-rose or magenta tubular flowers appear from late spring through autumn.

• Foliage: Mid-green, aromatic leaves with a minty-anise scent that can become darker in cool weather.

• Habit: Upright, clump-forming perennial with sturdy stems that show off the colourful flower spires.

Size & Growth

• Height: Typically around 60–90 cm (2–3 ft) tall.

• Spread: About 30–60 cm (1–2 ft) wide.

• Growth Form: Clumping and upright; can quickly form multiple crowns.

Growing Conditions

• Light: Thrives in full sun (at least 6 hours daily).

• Soil: Well-drained soil is crucial — it tolerates average to poor soils and dislikes waterlogged conditions.

• Moisture: Drought tolerant once established.

• Hardiness: Suited to a range of climates (e.g., hardy in USDA Zones ~5–10), and typically hardy in many UK gardens too.

Wildlife & Garden Value

• Pollinators: Extremely attractive to bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds (in regions where hummingbirds occur).

• Wildlife: Fragrant flowers and nectar make it a great addition to wildlife or pollinator gardens.

Care Tips

• Planting: Best planted in spring after frost risk has passed.

• Deadheading: Removing spent flowers encourages further blooming throughout the season.

• Winter care: In colder, wet climates, improve drainage or use mulch to help winter hardiness.

• Use in Garden: Excellent in borders, cottage gardens, beds, and containers, and pairs beautifully with other sun-loving perennials.

Summary

Agastache ‘Morello’ is a robust, long-blooming perennial with eye-catching deep pink–burgundy flower spikes, scented foliage, and excellent attraction for pollinators. It’s easy to grow with low maintenance needs when planted in sunny, well-drained spots, and brings strong vertical interest and colour to summer and autumn gardens.