Hyssopus officinalis

Hyssop

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Aromatic perennial with narrow grey-green leaves and spikes of blue-violet flowers. Valued in culinary arts and traditional medicine for its volatile oils and antiseptic properties.
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Plant Details

Common Name Hyssop
Family Lamiaceae
Genus Hyssopus
Species Officinalis
Origin Southern Europe
Blooming Summer flowering spikes, occasionally in fall
Leaf Color Grey-green to blue-green
Sunlight Sun
Category Kitchen garden plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-draining sandy loam or potting mix with perlite

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Watering

Allow soil to dry between waterings, drought tolerant but avoid root rot in winter

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Sunlight & Care

Requires full sun exposure (6+ hours) for optimal essential oil production and growth

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Fertilization

Low nutrient needs, apply balanced liquid fertilizer monthly during growing season

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Pruning

Prune after flowering to maintain shape and prevent woody growth

Pest Control Aphid Flea Beetle Spider Mite Whitefly

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 4 months
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agriculture Harvesting Period 2 months
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
50° – 90°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 75%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
3000 – 40000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
800 – 2500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
20% – 60%
% 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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