Hyssop (Hyssopus officinalis)
Beautiful perennial, aromatic and medicinal plant with a bushy habit. Hyssop is used in the composition of the famous ''Herbes de Provence''. Its small shiny green leaves can be used fresh or dried as a condiment. The ideal way to keep them dried is to cut them before flowering. Its delicate flowers form beautiful deep blue spikes which can also be eaten fresh in a salad, or as an infusion. To make the most of their aromas, it is interesting to cut them at the start of flowering. Very melliferous and appreciated by pollinators.
MAINTENANCE AND OTHER CONSIDERATIONS
Not susceptible to pests
Plant type: Perennial |
Flower color: Violet |
Quantity: Envelope of about 100 seeds |
Exposure: Half shade |
Soil: All types of soils |
Watering: Low water requirement |
Sowing: Inside |
Plantation: Directly in the garden |
Germination: 14 to 30 days |
Plant spacing: 45 cm |
Depth: On the surface |
Width: 50 cm to 80 cm |
Height: 60 cm to 1 m |
Flowering : July to fall |
Family: Lamiaceae |
Use: Infusion and herbal tea |