How to Care for Hyssopus officinalis (Hyssop)

Korean name: 히솝

Hyssop is a small perennial herb with narrow, dark green leaves. It produces fragrant flowers usually in violet or blue shades during summer. It is easy to grow in sunny locations and tolerant to dry conditions.

Key facts

• Category: Herb
• Difficulty: Easy
• Where to keep: indoors or outdoors
• Native to: Mediterranean region
• Growth rate: Moderate
• Pets: Mildly toxic, so keep pets from chewing on it.
• Traits: herb, ornamental, cold hardy, edible, fragrant
• Also known as: Hyssop, Common hyssop

Care Guide

• Light: Prefers a location with plenty of sunlight.
• Watering: Water thoroughly when the soil feels dry.
• Soil: Prefers well-drained soil.
• Humidity: Normal indoor humidity is sufficient.
• Temperature: 15~25°C
• Fertilizer: Apply a mild liquid fertilizer once a month during the growing season.

Common questions

How often should you water Hyssopus officinalis?

Water thoroughly when the soil feels dry. Roughly every 7 days is the baseline; adjust for the season and the spot it sits in.

Where should you keep Hyssopus officinalis?

It likes Prefers a location with plenty of sunlight.. You can grow it indoors or outdoors. Use Prefers well-drained soil..

Is Hyssopus officinalis safe around pets?

Mildly toxic, so keep pets from chewing on it.

Is Hyssopus officinalis good for beginners?

Difficulty: Easy. It is forgiving enough for a first plant. Keep it around 15~25°C. Humidity: Normal indoor humidity is sufficient.. Fertilise Apply a mild liquid fertilizer once a month during the growing season..