Agastache 'Tutti Frutti' (Agastache 'Tutti Frutti'): Tall, Raspberry-Red Flowers for Hummingbirds and Butterflies

Overview

Agastache 'Tutti Frutti' is an erect, bushy perennial with scented gray-green leaves and raspberry-red flowers on loose, foot-long spikes from midsummer to late fall. Long bloom period attracts hummingbirds, butterflies, and insects. Grows 3-6 feet tall.

Botanical Details

• Genus: Agastache
• Cultivar: 'Tutti Frutti'

Culture & Uses

Full sun, well-drained, fertile soil. In warm areas, less hardy species overwinter in protected location; may be grown as annuals. Sow seed at 55-64°F in early spring. Divide in spring. Root semi-ripe cuttings in late summer. Protect young plants where not hardy. Mildew, rust in dry, hot weather. Use in beds, borders, cottage gardens, herb gardens. Moderate grower.