Hyssop
€2.95
Hyssop (Hyssopus officinalis) is a hardy, aromatic perennial herb that typically reaches 40–70 cm tall, forming neat, upright clumps of narrow green leaves. In summer, it produces spikes of vivid blue-purple flowers, sometimes pink or white, which are highly attractive to bees, butterflies, hoverflies, and other beneficial insects. The leaves and flowers are edible and have a strong, minty, slightly bitter flavour that can be used sparingly in soups, stews, marinades, roasted vegetables, herbal teas, salads, and savoury dishes. Hyssop is easy to grow and is ideal for gardeners of all experience levels, bringing fragrance, edible leaves and flowers, pollinator value, and ornamental structure to herb gardens, edible borders, wildlife gardens, rockeries, and permaculture plantings.
Hyssop thrives in full sun and prefers well-drained, moderately fertile soil, tolerating dry, poor, sandy, or stony conditions once established. It is fully hardy in Ireland’s cool temperate climate and is especially useful in sunny, free-draining sites where a resilient, drought-tolerant herb is needed. Its long flowering season, aromatic foliage, edible uses, and excellent value for pollinators make it a strong choice for biodiversity-friendly edible landscapes, companion planting, and low-maintenance regenerative gardens.
Quantity
Only 3 left in stock
Growing Instructions
Plant in full sun in well-drained soil, enriched lightly with compost if the ground is very poor. Avoid heavy, waterlogged soils, especially in winter, and water regularly during dry spells while young plants are establishing. Once established, Hyssop is drought tolerant and requires little feeding, though a light mulch of compost or gravel can help protect the soil and keep the crown dry.
Harvest young leaves and flowering tops as needed, using them fresh or dried in small amounts due to their strong flavour. Cut back lightly after flowering to keep plants compact and encourage fresh growth, and remove dead or damaged stems in spring. Its edible aromatic leaves, pollinator-rich flowers, drought tolerance, and low-maintenance nature make it perfect for herb gardens, edible borders, wildlife gardens, dry sunny banks, companion planting, and permaculture systems seeking resilient perennial herbs.
