bible hyssop

Bible hyssop (Origanum syriacum) prefers a sandy, well-draining soil in a warm, sunny location. Provide water for your hyssop plant regularly, but water deeply and infrequently. About once a week should be sufficient, but you should monitor the soil moisture levels and adjust as necessary. Allow the surface of the soil to dry out slightly between waterings. Be sure not to overwater as this can be damaging to the roots. In summer months, especially in hot climates, your bible hyssop plant may need to be watered twice a week or more. Additionally, mulching the soil around your hyssop can help to retain moisture and reduce weeds.

Bible hyssop (Origanum syriacum) does best in full sun, receiving at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day. This species thrives in temperatures ranging from 60 to 80°F and can tolerate temperatures down to 20°F, but is generally not frost tolerant. This plant does not like the cold, and if temperatures go down, it may die off during the winter months. It prefers soil with good drainage and should be fertilized in the spring and midsummer. Bible hyssop will start to bloom in the summer months and can grow up to 18 inches tall. This plant requires regular watering during the growing season, but can tolerate some drought conditions and even thrive during a dry spell if temperatures are not too high. It is important to keep the soil around the plant moist but not waterlogged.

Bible hyssop (Origanum syriacum) should be pruned during the spring months, when new growth begins. Trim about a third of each stem just 1/4 inch above the internode to encourage branching. Cutting below the internode may cause the branch to die. Prune lightly once a year in order to maintain the desired shape and size of the plant. For plants grown primarily for decorative purposes, it is best to prune the plants heavily and then wait until the following year to prune again. Pruning too much in 1 season can damage the plant.