Agastache 'Astello Indigo'

Agastache 'Astello Indigo', also known as Korean Mint or Mexican Mint, is a versatile and beautiful plant that offers a variety of features and benefits. Its unique characteristics make it a popular choice for gardeners looking to add color and fragrance to their gardens.

One of the standout features of Agastache 'Astello Indigo' is its attractive leaf arrangement. The leaves are crosswise opposite, creating a visually appealing pattern. The leaves are also triangular in shape, adding to the plant's overall aesthetic appeal. The main color of the leaves is a rich, dark green, which contrasts beautifully with the vibrant blue-light violet blue flowers.

Speaking of flowers, Agastache 'Astello Indigo' produces single flowers that are sweet scented. The flower color is predominantly a stunning blue-light violet blue shade, adding a touch of elegance and charm to any garden. The flowers are relatively small, with a length and height ranging from 1 to 10 mm. They bloom in the months of May, June, July, and August, offering a long period of blooming and adding color to the garden throughout the summer.

In terms of height, Agastache 'Astello Indigo' can range from 20 to 50 cm, making it suitable for various garden settings. It thrives in semi-shaded or shady areas, making it a great choice for gardens with limited sunlight. However, it can also tolerate full sun conditions.

While Agastache 'Astello Indigo' is not very demanding in terms of soil fertility, it does prefer well-drained soil. It can adapt to different soil types, including humus-rich, clayish, sandy clay, and sandy soils. This versatility makes it an excellent choice for a wide range of garden environments.

Despite its many positive attributes, Agastache 'Astello Indigo' does have one limitation in terms of winter hardiness. It can only withstand winters up to USDA-zone 8, which means it may not be suitable for gardens in colder regions.

Overall, Agastache 'Astello Indigo' is a fantastic addition to any garden. Its striking blue-light violet blue flowers, sweet scent, and attractive leaf arrangement make it a standout choice. It is versatile in terms of light conditions and soil types, making it suitable for a variety of garden settings. While it may not be winter hardy in colder regions, it thrives during the summer months, adding color and fragrance to any garden landscape.