Korean Mint (Agastache rugosa)

Family: Lamiaceae or Labiatae | Edibility: Choice Edible (4/5)

Agastache rugosa is a PERENNIAL growing to 1 m (3ft 3in) by 0.6 m (2ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 8 and is not frost tender. It is in flower from July to September, and the seeds ripen in September. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees. The plant is self-fertile. It is noted for attracting wildlife.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Nuts/Seeds, Leaves

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

flavouring or as an addition to the salad bowl. — Young leaves - raw or cooked.; A strong anise-like fragrance, they are normally used as a flavouring or as an addition to the salad bowl.; We find them a bit coarse and too strong for use as a salad.; The leaves can be used as a tea substitute.

Habitat & North American Range

Grassy places in mountains, especially by streams, and in valleys all over Japan. Sunny, more or less stony meadows from the lowlands to elevations of 1500 metres. (Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9, Zone 10)