Flowering Herb
Heather Queen Agastache is a compact, vibrant flowering perennial that thrives in zones 6, 6, reaching just 30, 36 inches tall with a tidy 18, 24 inch spread. This cultivar of Agastache cana delivers months of continuous blooms from early summer through late fall, attracting pollinators with reliable color while asking almost nothing in return, it's drought-tolerant, deer-resistant, and perfectly suited to gardeners who want drama without fuss. The heathery tones that give this variety its name create a stunning presence in borders, containers, or meadow gardens.
Full Sun
Low
6-6
36in H x 24in W
Perennial
Moderate
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What sets Heather Queen apart is its extended bloom window stretching from June through November and its exceptional resilience in lean conditions. This is a plant that actually improves with neglect, once established, it shrugs off drought and poor soil while consistently producing nectar-rich flowers that bees and hummingbirds adore. Its compact stature and narrow spread make it easy to slip into tight spaces, and the deep heather coloring provides visual impact that doesn't fade as summer wears on.
Heather Queen Agastache is grown as an ornamental flowering plant prized for pollinator gardens, cottage gardens, and mixed borders. Its extended bloom season makes it invaluable for providing nectar and pollen to bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds during the transition from summer into fall, when many other flowers are declining.
Sow seeds indoors 6–8 weeks before your last spring frost in pots kept at 65–70°F. Provide consistent moisture using a humidity dome or fine layer of vermiculite over the seed tray to maintain conditions until germination, which typically occurs within 7–21 days.
Transplant seedlings into the garden after all danger of frost has passed, spacing them 1 inch apart. Harden off indoors-started plants gradually over a week to acclimate them to outdoor conditions.
Direct sow after all danger of frost has passed in your location. Press seeds lightly into prepared soil — they require light to germinate and should not be covered.
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