Bolero Hyssop

Agastache ‘Bolero’ is a compact, branching hyssop with bronze-green aromatic foliage and rose-purple flower spikes. The flowers continue through summer and autumn, making the cultivar useful at the front of a sunny border, gravel garden or wildlife planting. ## Garden use The [Thompson & Morgan profile](https://www.thompson-morgan.com/p/agastache-bolero/wka4574TM) lists a mound up to about 50 cm tall and wide, with flowers visited by bees and butterflies. The scented foliage and long flowering season add interest even in a relatively small planting. [Kiefer Nursery](https://kiefernursery.com/product/agastache-bolero/) also lists it as a dry-garden perennial and credits Jelitto as its introduction. ## Growing conditions Plant in full sun or part shade in soil that drains freely. It copes with drought once established, but new plants need regular water until rooted. Wet winter soil can shorten its life; use a raised bed or container if drainage is poor. Sources place it near USDA zones 5–9, though winter survival depends on drainage and local conditions. ## Maintenance Remove flower spikes after their display if you want to keep the clump tidy. If the plant declines or becomes congested, divide it in spring; otherwise, avoid disturbing the crown. Leave old stems until spring in cold climates, then cut back before new growth expands.