Hyssop
Hyssopus officinalis · Hyssop · Mint family
Easy40–60cmPet-friendlyEdible
Hyssop care at a glance
Hyssop (Hyssopus officinalis) needs little water and prefers to grow in full sun. Ideal temperature: 15–25 °C.
- Water need
- Low
- Light
- Full sun
- Soil moisture
- Dry
- Nutrients
- Low
- Ideal temperature
- 15–25 °C
- Life cycle
- Perennial
Pests, Diseases & Weather on Hyssop
Possible pests on Hyssop include Root-knot nematodes and Aphids. Possible diseases include Root rot and Powdery mildew. Hyssop is considered pet-friendly.
Pest
- Root-knot nematodes Low
- Aphids Low
Disease
- Root rot Medium
- Powdery mildew Low
Weather
- Waterlogging Medium
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Frequently asked questions about Hyssop
- Which pests affect Hyssop?
- Possible pests on Hyssop include Root-knot nematodes and Aphids.
- Which diseases affect Hyssop?
- Possible diseases include Root rot and Powdery mildew.
- Is Hyssop toxic to cats and dogs?
- Hyssop is considered pet-friendly and safe for cats and dogs.
- How much water does Hyssop need?
- Hyssop has a low water requirement.
- What light does Hyssop need?
- Hyssop prefers to grow in full sun. Around 6 hours of light per day is ideal.
- Is Hyssop frost-hardy?
- Hyssop is frost-hardy and tolerates frost. Its lower limit is around -34 °C.
- Can you eat Hyssop?
- Yes, the edible parts are mainly: leaves and flowers.