Texas hummingbird mint (Agastache cana) ag-ah-STAK-ee KAY-nah Genus:  Agastache This is a 36-inch-tall hyssop with showy rose-pink flower spikes in late summer and fall and licorice-mint scented foliage. It is native to New Mexico and western Texas and attracts butterflies and hummingbirds. Grow in a border, herb garden, rock garden, or butterfly garden. Rubbing the foliage on skin reportedly repels mosquitoes. Noteworthy Characteristics:  Showy spikes of flowers, fragrant foliage. Care:  Borderline hardy in Zone 5. Best in full sun. Tolerates drought and poor soils. Needs protection and good drainage. Propagation:  Sow seed in spring. Divide plants in summer. Root semi-ripe cuttings in summer. Some plants may need winter protection where not hardy. Problems:  Mildew, rust, and downy mildew.

Overview

Height 1 ft. to 3 ft. Spread 1 ft. to 3 ft. Growth Habit Clumps Growth Pace Invasive/Aggressive Grower, Moderate Grower Light Full Sun Only Moisture Dry to Medium Maintenance Low Characteristics Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Hummingbirds, Fragrant Foliage, Native, Self Seeds, Showy Flowers Bloom Time Early Fall, Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer, Summer Flower Color Pink, Red Uses Beds and Borders, Container Style Rock Garden Seasonal Interest Summer Interest Type Perennials