{"product_id":"agastache-foeniculum-agastache-fenouil","title":"Agastache foeniculum – Anise Hyssop","description":"\u003csection id=\"introduction\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnise Hyssop is a true ally for the gardener seeking to combine aesthetics with biodiversity. This Canadian native perennial stands out with its tall, bluish-purple flower spikes that act as an irresistible magnet for butterflies and bees all summer long. Its foliage, releasing an enchanting scent of anise and licorice, brings a unique sensory dimension to your landscaping while offering excellent drought resistance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"caracteristiques\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCharacteristics\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage\u003c\/strong\u003e: Features lance-shaped, toothed green leaves that release a distinct anise fragrance when brushed. Deciduous, it forms a dense and aromatic base.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlowering\u003c\/strong\u003e: Produces a multitude of long, dense spikes of tiny tubular purple-to-mauve flowers, blooming generously from July until the first frosts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight\u003c\/strong\u003e: Prefers full sun for maximum flowering but tolerates light afternoon shade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHabit\u003c\/strong\u003e: Presents an erect and columnar habit, perfectly structuring the middle or back of flower beds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth\u003c\/strong\u003e: Displays rapid growth, quickly forming a vigorous clump reaching up to 90 cm in height.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil\u003c\/strong\u003e: Thrives in well-drained soil, even poor or sandy types. It particularly dislikes waterlogged soils during winter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature\u003c\/strong\u003e: Perfectly adapted to the Canadian climate, it is hardy up to zone 3.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eResistances\u003c\/strong\u003e: Remarkable drought resistance once established and rarely prone to disease.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"utilisation\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eUse\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTypes of use\u003c\/strong\u003e: Ideal for pollinator gardens, flower prairies, naturalistic massifs, or in containers on a sunny terrace.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDecorative advantages\u003c\/strong\u003e: Provides lasting vertical bloom and constant visual interest thanks to its spikes that remain structured even after flowering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"entretien\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water regularly during the first year of planting. Once established, it tolerates dry spells very well.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFertilization\u003c\/strong\u003e: Apply a small amount of compost in the spring. Avoid overly rich fertilizers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning\u003c\/strong\u003e: Cut stems back to the ground late in the fall or, ideally, in the spring to provide winter shelter for beneficial insects.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting\u003c\/strong\u003e: Provide a spacing of 45 to 60 cm to allow for good air circulation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinter Protection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Requires no specific protection, provided the soil drainage is efficient.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Jardineries Botanix","offers":[{"title":"11 cm","offer_id":56383213338927,"sku":null,"price":6.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0781\/4050\/6415\/files\/Agastachefoeniculumplantevivaceindigenequebecfleur_1.jpg?v=1775584168","url":"https:\/\/botanix.com\/en\/products\/agastache-foeniculum-anise-hyssop","provider":"Jardineries Botanix","version":"1.0","type":"link"}