Hyssop plant profile
Hyssopus officinalis
A perennial herb for full sun.
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When to plant
When to plant Hyssop
Propagate hyssop in spring by seed, stem cutting, or division, trimming in spring to keep it bushy (NC State). It is a short-lived, semi-evergreen perennial that prefers some shade from hot afternoon sun and is drought- and deer-tolerant once established.
The calendar shows this cited seasonal window as an approximate band. It does not convert the season into frost-adjusted dates.
Open Hyssop in my garden calendarShows the source-backed planting season, not frost-adjusted dates.
Growing conditions
- Sun
- Full sun
- Lifecycle
- Perennial
- Spacing
- 12 to 36 in apart
- Hardiness
- Zones 4a to 9bFind my hardiness zone
Common problems
Watch for these
Also watch for: nematodes, short lived.
Next steps
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Evidence trail
Evidence behind this profile
Original extension and institutional publications behind the planting, care, and safety facts on this page.
- Hyssopus officinalis (Hyssop)
North Carolina State Extension Gardener Plant Toolbox. Supports general reference. Checked 2026-06-18.