What it is
Hyssop (Hyssopus officinalis) is in the Lamiaceae (Mint) family. A bitter-minty old-world herb with blue flower spikes that bees adore. Drought-tough once established.
How to grow it
It wants full sun, water it low, and give it lean, well-drained soil. Target a soil pH around 6.0–7.5. Space plants about 12 in apart. Expect roughly Cut as needed. Hardy perennial.
How it's used
Hyssop is used: tea, bitters, seasoning.
🔎 How to identify it
- Narrow opposite leaves
- Square woody stems
- Blue flower spikes
Edibility
PartsLeaves and flowers
UsesTea, bitters, seasoning
CautionStrongly flavored; use sparingly.
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Part of the free Texas Roots plant database, compiled by Jordan Polasek from his greenhouse in El Campo, Texas. Free to read and share. If it helped, the best thanks is to grow something.