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HYSSOP
Hyssopus officinalis Perennial Height: 18"-24" Light: Sun Soil: Moist Well Drained Soil Color: Blue Symbolism: Cleanliness |
Category: Perennial Culinary Flowers Ornamental Medicine |
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Not the Hyssop mentioned in the Bible, but notorious from the reference. Hardy perennial is dense & mound like, covered w/short, chubby spikes of blue flowers (rarely pink or white). Opposite, willow like leaves have heavy musty odor & strong bitter flavor Fragrance second only to Lavender in appeal & widely used as perfume base. Add fresh or dried foliage discreetly to teas. Medicinal use & an attractive landscape plant when grown as small hedge or garden border. May repel | |