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AGASTACHE 'Blackadder'
('Black Adder'). Dark purplish-blue flower spikes. Anise scented leaves
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Blue - purplish blue -
Height - 60-90cm (24-36in) -
Spread - 45-60cm (18-24in)
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Herbaceous - Early in the year, typically January till end of March, herbaceous plants might be supplied in 9cm pots to ensure timely despatch. - upright, clump-forming perennial. Lance-shaped, blue-green leaves are 3-5cm (1¼-2in) long
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Hardy - average winter - Hardy through most of the UK apart from inland valleys, at altitude and central/northerly locations. May suffer foliage damage and stem dieback in harsh winters in cold gardens. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -10°C (14°F) - borderline -
Full sun -
Additional Features - Good to know - wildlife plant. Attracts bees, butterflies and other insects -
Pests & Diseases - powdery mildew in dry summers -
Place of origin - garden origin -
Flower Shape - Spikes - dense, terminal spikes to 20cm (8in) long
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Hardiness - Frost hardy (down to -5) -
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Scented Plants - Scented foliage
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Seasonal Interest - Autumn
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Soil Conditions - Fertile well drained soil
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Wildlife - Bee friendly -
Butterfly friendly
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60-90cm (24-36in)
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