Hyssop

Botanical Name: Hyssopus officinalis

Common Names: Common Hyssop, Blue Hyssop, Herb Hyssop

Common Hyssop is a hardy, fragrant evergreen shrub from the Mediterranean that grows brilliant in Perth soils. It shoots up dark green foliage packed with a sweet, resinous camphor-mint scent, followed by dense spikes of deep blue-purple flowers that pollinators go crazy for. It is a brilliant addition to any home herb garden, edible landscape, or dry-tolerant border planting.

Features:

Ideal prune height range: 40-60cm

pH growing conditions: 6.0 to 7.5

Shade or full sun: Prefers full sun in Perth Metro

Minimum pot year 5: 20L pot

Time to harvest age: First year harvest for leaves and flowers

Common Hyssop is a tough, drought-tolerant plant once established and thrives in Perth's hot summers. It loves drainage, making it an easy grower in sandy soils or large pots. Regular trimming after flowering keeps the foliage dense, bushy, and full of fresh new growth.

Interesting Notes:
Hyssop is a classic companion plant that attracts beneficial insects and honeybees while helping to deter common garden pests. Its fresh leaves and vibrant flowers are used in herbal teas, natural remedies, and culinary dishes.

This tough perennial shrub brings steady colour, strong fragrance, and great pollinator activity to any backyard patch.

Limited stock. Pickup from Parkwood, WA. Delivery to Perth Metro only.

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