High Country Gardens Agastache neomexicana

No, this plant is not considered pet-safe. If you have curious pets that tend to chew on garden plants, you may want to place this in a container or an area of the garden they cannot access.

Since this variety has a mature spread of 18 inches, you should space them approximately 18 inches apart on center. This allows for adequate airflow while still creating a lush, filled-in look.

Actually, it prefers the opposite. Agastache neomexicana performs best in low-fertility, well-drained soil; adding too much compost or fertilizer can cause the plant to become floppy or shorten its lifespan.

This perennial is hardy in zones 7 through 10. If you live in a colder climate, it may not survive the winter, so check your local hardiness zone before planting.

Once established, this plant is quite drought-tolerant and requires low water. You should only need to provide supplemental irrigation during extended periods of extreme heat or drought.

Yes, the fragrant lavender-pink spikes are excellent for dried arrangements. For the best results, harvest the stems when the flowers are just beginning to open and hang them upside down in a cool, dark place to dry.