• Close-up of vibrant hyssop flowers blooming, showcasing their slender stems and lush green leaves.
  • A close-up shot of vibrant purple hyssop flowers blooming on green stems.
  • Close-up of hyssop flowers with purple petals and green leaves, against a soft-focus background.
  • A close-up shot of a group of hyssop flowers with purple petals and green foliage in the background.
  • Tall spike of hyssop flowers with green lance-shaped leaves on a white background.
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Hyssop Seeds

Spikes of violet blue flowers attract pollinators and sweeten honey

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About the Variety

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Key Features

Frost Tolerant
Heat Tolerant
Drought Tolerant
Prefers Lean Soil
Container Friendly
Attracts Bees
Attracts Butterflies
Attracts Hummingbirds
Fragrant
Easy to Grow
Perfect for Cut Flowers
Perfect for Borders
Perfect for Dried Flowers
Perfect for Xeriscaping
Medicinal
Edible
Reduces Erosion
Deer Resistant
Rodent Resistant
Rabbit Resistant

Plant Details

BOTANICAL NAME

Hyssopus officinalis

LIFE CYCLE

  • Perennial

SEED TYPE

  • Heirloom Seed
  • Open Pollinated Seed

LIGHT REQUIREMENT

  • Full Sun

DAYS TO MATURITY

  • Harvest July to November

GROWTH HABIT

  • Clumping
  • Upright

COLOR

  • Purple

Grow Heirloom Hyssop - Plant Hyssop Seeds

A favorite herb of beekeepers, Hyssop creates a strong, aromatic honey! Pollinators love Hyssop flowers, and in mid-summer gardeners can enjoy spikes of violet-blue flowers on woody stems. Used for centuries for medicinal purposes, Hyssop has soothing, cough suppressant and antiseptic qualities.

  • • Member of the mint family
  • • Use as a fragrance, ornamental, or for medicinal purposes
  • • A favorite of beekeepers!

Planting Information

PLANTING SEASON

  • Spring

SOWING METHOD

  • Direct Sow

PLANTING DEPTH

  • 1/4 inch

WATER NEEDS

  • Average

PLANT SPACING

  • 6 to 12 inches

HARDINESS ZONES

  • 4
  • 5
  • 6
  • 7
  • 8
  • 9

COVERAGE

Amount Avg Seed Count Recommended Coverage
Packet 371 Up to 30 Sq. Ft
1 Ounce 26,298 Up to 150 Sq. Ft
1/4 Pound 105,192 Up to 600 Sq. Ft
1 Pound 420,768 Up to 2,500 Sq. Ft

Planting Guide

View our Hyssop Planting Guide to learn more.

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    Hyssop Seeds FAQs

    What is the flavor profile of Hyssop?

    Hyssop has a flavor profile described as slightly bitter, minty, and slightly sweet.

    Customer Reviews

    Overall rating: 3.1 / 5 from 7 reviews.

    Customer photo review of Hyssop Seeds

    I thought I was buying what is pictured. However, the current picture for this product appears to be something like Agastache foeniculum aka Anise Hyssop. What I got was Hyssopus officinalis, which is Hyssop. The product information is correct, but the picture is wrong. Before buying this, make sure you want Hyssopus officinalis. Unfortunately, I wanted Agastache foeniculum and didn't read the product information closely.

    Rachel 3/5

    Hyssop Seeds

    Store owner replied: Hello, Rachel Thank you for your review of Eden Brothers! We are sincerely sorry to hear that your Hyssop Seeds did not grow as expected! We reached out previously, but wanted to make sure we gave ample opportunity to resolve this issue. Feel free to reach out by phone Monday through Friday from 9am - 5pm Eastern time at 855-440-2929 or by email at service@edenbrothers.sbs. We'd love to hear from you!

    I highly recommend Eden Brothers.

    Karen F. 5/5 Verified

    Hyssop Seeds

    Rachel wrote you EVEVEN MONTHS AGO that the photo of the Hyssop plant is NOT the correct photo for the seeds you send to paying customers. You have had eleven months to change the photo to the correct plant photo, but it hasn't been changed. You really don't care, do you? There are many seed and bulb companies out there. I just placed my first order with Eden bros last week and it was just shipped, but I am really having second thoughts and hope I didn't make a big mistake. The majority of people buying flowers select their purchase based on the PHOTO OF THE PRODUCT. Your being made aware of this photo error 11 months ago and your doing nothing shows just how little you care about your customers.

    Craig S. 1/5

    Hyssop Seeds

    Store owner replied: Hello Craig S. Thank you for taking the time to write in to us at Eden Brothers. We are sorry for the delay and that it has caused you to rethink your recent order! We do care about this and the photo is under review. We were first alerted to this mid-January and the team is aware and working on getting the correct image. If there is any other way we can help you please reach back out to us and we will do our best to address any concerns. We appreciate your patience while they look into this!

    There were only 12 seeds in the packet I received. I couldn't believe it. Don't waste your money.

    Jacquie 1/5 Verified

    Hyssop Seeds

    Store owner replied: Hello Jacquie. Thank you for your review of Eden Brothers! We are very sorry to hear about the seed count issue in your packet. This definitely sounds like a mistake, as our packets typically contain approximately 300+ seeds, for this variety. Our seed counts are listed under the planting information tab, on each variety page. After speaking with our Customer Service Team, it seems we were able to help you with this. If you ever find a error please reach out to us, so we can assist you. We truly appreciate you bringing it to our attention!

    Decided to try this plant for my bees based on recommendation by Fred Dunn. Purchased eight 72 segment starter trays with clear lids. Due to small size of seeds, I just dipped a moist finger into seed and tried to sprinkle a few on top of each cell loaded with starter mix, wet them down with spray bottle of water, put on the lids, and set them on floor near a window. On the 5th day I have a plants about 1/4" tall in every single cell. Will probably need to either thin them out or transplant into larger containers before long. Ordered four 1 oz. packs and did not use much over half of one pack for seven trays. very pleased so far. Will also try to direct plant in soil when time to move these out in my bee yard.

    Ken B. 5/5 Verified

    Hyssop Seeds

    I've been planting hyssop for years, and tend to direct sew the seed. This year I decided to start them inside and placed the Hyssop Seeds on damp paper-towel segments, inside plastic baggies. They nearly all germinated in less than 5 days. Once they had white root stems longer than the seed, I picked up the seed and dropped each into its own starter pod. They are all doing very well. In the past, I experienced poor germination. Starting them in this way more than doubled the yield. Easily more than 9 out of ten seeds are growing. I am VERY pleased with the quality of seed, and germination rate. I absolutely recommend this seed/plant if you are growing for pollinators. High nectar yields throughout the growing seasons. From bumble bees to honey bees, all are strongly attracted to this variety of hyssop.

    Frederick J. 5/5 Verified

    Hyssop Seeds

    I tried growing Hyssop from Seed two years in a row. I purchased them here both years. A very tiny percentage of the seeds germinated. There are no descriptions here regarding the specific species of hyssop that is being offered. Then are not all the same. I purchased seeds from another supplier and had very high germination and success. So now I know it's not my methods, but rather the quality of seed that was and is the issue. I won't buy them again unless there is some confirmation regarding the subspecies/type or improved germination. I cannot and do not recommend these seeds. I do recommend Eden Brothers over all, this is the only seed I've had issue with.

    Frederick D. 2/5 Verified

    Hyssop Seeds

    Store owner replied: Hello, Frederick Thank you for your review of Eden Brothers! After speaking with our Customer Service Team, it seems we were able to resolve this for you. We greatly appreciate you bringing this to our attention as we strive to provide the best quality service and products to our gardeners around the country.

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