Agastache cana

Mexican Lavender

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Agastache cana (Mexican Lavender) is a hardy perennial with aromatic foliage and tall spikes of purple-blue flowers, attracting pollinators and thriving in full sun.
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Plant Details

Common Name Mexican Lavender
Family Lamiaceae
Genus Agastache
Species Cana
Origin Mexico, Southwestern USA
Blooming Summer to early Autumn, purple-blue spires
Leaf Color Grey-green foliage
Sunlight Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly check Yes
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-draining sandy loam or gravelly soil; avoid heavy clay to prevent root rot.

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Watering

Moderate during establishment, drought tolerant once mature. Allow soil to dry between waterings.

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Sunlight & Care

Requires full sun exposure for optimal flowering and scent intensity; leggy growth occurs in shade.

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Fertilization

Low nutrient requirements; apply balanced fertilizer sparingly once in spring.

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Pruning

Deadhead spent flowers for rebloom; cut back hard to the ground after flowering or in late winter.

Pest Control Aphid Japanese Beetle Spider Mite

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 3 months
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Mar
Apr
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
5° – 100°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
20% – 70%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
10000 – 45000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
2000 – 3500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
10% – 40%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1500
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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