Lamiacées • Hyssopus officinalis

Hyssop officinalis - Organic

"A robust aromatic herb with an enchanting fragrance, a companion to vibrant gardens."

$4.49

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Native to the Mediterranean region, Hyssop (Hyssop officinalis) is an aromatic plant with narrow, slightly downy leaves, whose fragrance is somewhat reminiscent of thyme and mint. Long prized for its medicinal properties and culinary uses, it is now finding its place in organic gardens as a companion and aromatic plant.

In the garden, hyssop stands out for its drought resistance and compact, bushy habit. Its blue-violet flowers attract numerous pollinators, providing valuable shelter for beneficial insects. This plant embodies a robust and generous nature, fitting naturally into a bountiful and diverse garden.

  • Growing climate: Temperate to warm climate
  • Sowing difficulty level: Medium
  • Care required: Occasional

Note: Tolerates drought well and prefers a sunny location.

Hyssop leaves are used in small quantities to flavor salads, sauces, or marinades. As an infusion, it is traditionally used for its digestive properties. Drying helps preserve its aroma for winter herbal teas.

Hyssop officinalis - Organic

$4.49

$4.49

écoumene seeding advice

Seeding type

Indoor seeding

Germination time

14-30 days

Germination temperature

15° to 20° Celsius

Sowing depth

Surface sowing - without covering the soil

Transplantation

Easy transplantation

Technical

Seeding in clusters

Growing conditions

Number of days to maturity

Harvest at ± 90 days

Hardiness zone

Zone-3b

Distance between plants

45 cm

Distance between rows

60 cm

Optimal brightness

Sun plant

Soil texture

Stony soil

Soil moisture

Dry soil

Soil fertility

Plant not very demanding in fungi-dominant compost

optimal soil pH

Slightly alkaline pH

Average plant height

80 cm

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