{"product_id":"hyssop-seeds","title":"Hyssop Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003eHyssop (\u003cem\u003eHyssopus officinalis\u003c\/em\u003e) is an aromatic, semi-woody perennial herb with slender spikes of deep blue-violet flowers and narrow, minty-anise leaves. These non-GMO hyssop seeds grow into tidy, bushy plants that bloom through summer and hum with bees. A traditional herb-garden classic, it is as ornamental as it is fragrant.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWho it's for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIdeal for herb and cottage gardeners, pollinator enthusiasts, and cooks who enjoy a bold, slightly bitter minty herb for flavoring.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow \u0026amp; when to plant\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eStart indoors 8–10 weeks before your last frost or direct-sow in spring. Barely cover seeds with 1\/8 inch of soil, spacing plants 12–18 inches apart in full sun. Hardy in USDA zones 3–9, hyssop prefers well-drained, even dry soil and tolerates poor ground and drought once established.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHarvest\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eLeaves and flowering tops are ready to harvest in about 75–90 days, ideally just as the flowers begin to open. Snip sprigs in the morning and hang them to dry, or use fresh; regular trimming keeps the plant compact.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBenefits \u0026amp; uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eHyssop's minty, slightly bitter leaves are used sparingly to flavor soups, stews, salads, and herbal teas, and it has a long history as a bee-garden plant. Its vivid blue flower spikes make an attractive border and a strong draw for bees and butterflies.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does hyssop taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt has a strong, minty flavor with anise and slightly bitter notes, so it is best used in small amounts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs hyssop a perennial?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. It is a hardy perennial in zones 3–9 and returns each year, becoming woodier with age.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it good for pollinators?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVery. Its blue flower spikes are exceptionally attractive to bees and butterflies.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Organo Republic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45012855128271,"sku":"ORIHHY_05_39","price":4.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0580\/6437\/1919\/files\/Hyssop-Seeds-0.4G-Organo-Republic-266636297.png?v=1783372652","url":"https:\/\/organorepublic.com\/products\/hyssop-seeds","provider":"Organo Republic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}