Agastache aurantiaca

Agastache aurantiaca

Native to:
Mexico | Mexico Northeast

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Lamiaceae
Genus:
Agastache
Species:
Agastache aurantiaca

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Forb/herb
Height:
90 cm
Drought Tolerance:
Medium
Bloom Months:
jun,jul,aug,sep
Bloom Colors:
orange, coral, salmon

Reported Fauna Sightings

Hummingbirds: Ruby-throated Hummingbird (Archilochus colubris)

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
bees, hummingbirds, butterflies
Deer Resistant:
Yes
Fragrant:
Yes

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
None required
Germination Time:
7–21 days
Notes:
Seeds require light for germination and should be surface-sown. Germination is best at 18-22°C.

The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI

ORGHPS Germination Guide: Most interbreed and seed may not be what is labelled

Source: Ontario Rock Garden & Hardy Plant Society