Agastache cana typically starts flowering in late spring or early summer, usually in May or June.
hummingbird's mint
Agastache cana
Hummingbird's mint (Agastache cana) is an amazing native species that brings a unique beauty to the garden. It has intensely fragrant pink-purple flower spikes that will entice hummingbirds and butterflies from all around. On top of that, hummingbird's mint has an unbeatable drought-tolerance, making it low-maintenance and a great choice for gardeners in areas with hot, dry summers. In cooler climates, the plant will die back in winter but will come back to life again in late spring. Enjoy beautiful, aromatic blooms throughout the summer and into fall!
Cycle:
Herbaceous Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Division,Cutting,Seed Propagation,Layering Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
5 - 9
Flowers:
Pink Flowers
Sun:
full sun,part shade
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Low
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Hummingbird's mint should be watered moderately, depending on the season. In the spring and summer months, this species prefers about an inch of water per week. To avoid waterlogging the soil, this is best distributed over several waterings during this period. In autumn, water should be reduced to about every 2 weeks, and in the winter months, it should only be watered when the top few inches of soil appear dry to the touch. Too much water during the winter can lead to root rot.
sunlight
Hummingbird's mint (Agastache cana) prefers full sun to part shade. It is best planted in an area that gets 6 or more hours of direct sunlight each day, ideally from mid-morning to late afternoon. If planted in an area with less than 6 hours of direct sunlight, the plant may become spindly or stop blooming. It can also handle some shade, especially in hotter climates.
pruning
Hummingbird's Mint (Agastache cana) should be pruned in the late winter or early spring just before the new growth appears. Pruning should be light, removing only the dead growth and operating stems of the plant. Prune back excess stems to create a balanced shape and reduce the overall size if desired. This variety of mint is drought resistant but will respond to regular pruning and waterings; this will improve the quality and density of the plant’s flowers. Deadheading (removing the old blooms) will encourage new growth and more flowers in the summertime.
Season
Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Starts Flowering
Starts Flowering
Agastache cana typically starts flowering in late spring or early summer, usually in May or June.
