{"product_id":"hyssopus-officinalis-hyssop-british-grown-culinary-herb","title":"Hyssopus officinalis - Hyssop - British Grown Culinary Herb","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eSpikes of vibrant blue-violet flowers rise above aromatic green foliage from mid-summer into early autumn, creating a beautiful display that is loved by bees and other pollinators. Hyssop is both an ornamental and culinary herb, valued for its long flowering season, fragrant leaves, and ability to thrive in sunny, well-drained gardens. Its compact, shrubby habit makes it ideal for herb gardens, wildlife borders, cottage gardens, and containers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHyssop\u003c\/b\u003e is a traditional garden herb that combines ornamental beauty with practical uses. The strongly aromatic foliage can be harvested for culinary use, while the flowers provide an abundant source of nectar throughout summer. Tough, drought tolerant, and easy to maintain, it is an excellent choice for gardeners looking to support pollinators while growing useful herbs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePerennial Herb\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEdible, Aromatic, Pollinator Friendly, Drought Tolerant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFlowers:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e July to September\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e March to November\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eHyssopus officinalis\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e (official hyssop)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCommon Name\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHyssop\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eOrigin\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNative to southern Europe, the Middle East, and parts of western Asia, where it naturally grows on dry, rocky hillsides and grasslands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePruning Tips\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTrim lightly after flowering to maintain a compact shape and prevent plants from becoming woody. Cut back old flower stems in early spring before new growth begins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWildlife Value\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAn outstanding plant for pollinators. The nectar-rich flowers attract honeybees, bumblebees, butterflies, hoverflies, and many other beneficial insects throughout the flowering season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePositioning\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThrives in full sun and is ideal for herb gardens, wildlife planting, cottage gardens, gravel gardens, and containers. Performs best in an open, sunny location.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWater\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWater regularly while establishing. Once established, hyssop is drought tolerant and generally only requires watering during prolonged dry spells.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSoil\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePrefers well-drained soil and grows well in sandy, chalky, or loamy conditions. Avoid heavy, waterlogged soils, particularly during winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFood\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRequires very little feeding. An annual mulch of garden compost or a light application of balanced fertiliser in spring is usually sufficient.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePet-safe\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGenerally regarded as non-toxic to cats and dogs, although large quantities should not be consumed. As with all herbs, moderate consumption is recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSprouts Top Tips\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlant hyssop near vegetable crops and fruiting plants to help attract pollinators into the garden. Its long flowering season makes it particularly valuable during the height of summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid You Know?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDespite being associated with Biblical texts, the true hyssop mentioned in ancient writings may not have been \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eHyssopus officinalis\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. The plant we know as hyssop today has nevertheless been cultivated in European herb gardens for centuries and remains one of the best herbs for attracting bees.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sprouts of Bristol","offers":[{"title":"9cm","offer_id":58299436106109,"sku":"1589287971871","price":5.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/sproutsofbristol.co.uk\/de\/products\/hyssopus-officinalis-hyssop-british-grown-culinary-herb","provider":"Sprouts of Bristol","version":"1.0","type":"link"}