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Hardy perennial
Lamiaceae
Perennials
Agastache ‘Kudos Red’
Giant Hyssop
Agastache 'Kudos Red': 50 cm tall and 60 cm spread, full sun exposure. Red flowers in June-September. Zone 5; choose soil compatible with its moisture needs.
- Exposure
- Sun
- Life cycle
- Hardy perennial
- Hardiness
- Zone 5
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Common nameAgastache ‘Kudos Red’
FamilyLamiaceae
GenusGiant Hyssop
CultivarKudos Red
TypeHardy perennial
Botanical nameGiant Hyssop
For a sunny spot, Agastache 'Kudos Red' (Agastache 'Kudos Red') offers flowers in shades of red. Among its distinctive features: aromatic foliage. The foliage has shades of green, to be highlighted among different textures. The usual flowering period is June-September. Its size of 50 cm by 60 cm reserves it a place in the middle of flowerbeds and group plantings, without forgetting the space for neighboring plants.
To plant Agastache 'Kudos Red', look for the following exposure: full sun and suitable soil (draining, rather light; avoid water pockets around the collar). After planting Agastache 'Kudos Red', water enough to thoroughly moisten the root ball. Once established, allow the surface to dry between waterings and prioritize drainage, especially during thaws. A margin corresponding to its spread of 60 cm avoids having to move the clump in the first few seasons. The indicated hardiness level is zone 5, to be evaluated according to your garden conditions.
To maintain the interest of Agastache 'Kudos Red' after flowering, wait to see spring regrowth before removing parts that have dried during winter. Winter drainage is crucial for this agastache; avoid depressions where water accumulates during thaws. For associations, consider yarrows, border salvias, catmints in varieties with similar needs. The flowering (June-September) and spread of 60 cm will serve as benchmarks for distributing other plants around this plant.
Planting guide
From planting to establishment.
Spacing / density
23.62 inches
Best planting time
Preferably in spring, in warm, workable soil, with consistent watering during establishment.
Propagation
Division of clumps; stem cuttings. Sowing does not guarantee the fidelity of a named cultivar.
Growing method
Agastache ‘Kudos Red’: Plant preferably in spring, when the soil has warmed up and is workable, with regular watering during establishment. After planting Agastache ‘Kudos Red’, water enough to thoroughly moisten the root ball. Once established, allow the surface to dry between waterings and prioritize good drainage, especially during thaws. Winter drainage is crucial for this agastache; avoid depressions where water can accumulate during thaws.
Soil and care
The right care,at the right time.
Soil pH
Acid to neutral; general indication of the botanical group
Care level
Routine maintenance
Watering
After planting Agastache ‘Kudos Red’, water enough to thoroughly moisten the root ball. Once established, allow the surface to dry out between waterings and prioritize drainage, especially during thaws.
Soil type
Draining, rather light; avoid water pockets around the collar
Fertilization
Fertilizer for flowering
Moisture
Low to moderate after establishment; priority drainage
Seasonal care
Agastache ‘Kudos Red’: wait to see the spring regrowth before removing any parts that dried out over winter. During its flowering period (June-September), also look out for damaged stems and neighboring plants that might obscure the clump.
Container growing
A garden,within reach.
Recommended pot size
Stable container, with drainage holes, noticeably wider than the root ball; size to be adapted to the format sold and adult development.
To try Agastache 'Kudos Red' in a container, choose a stable pot with drainage holes, suitable for the root ball and its future size (60 cm). Water must drain freely after each watering; check the root ball more often than you would for plants in the ground. Plan to protect the container in winter depending on your climate.
Bloom and dimensions
Its place,in your garden.
Mature height
20 inches (51 cm)
Width / spread
24 inches (61 cm)
Flower color
Red
Foliage color
Green
Foliage type
Null and void
Growth rate
Moderate
Growth habit
Bushy
Fragrance
Aromatic foliage
Bloom period
June-September
Garden associations
In goodcompany.
Companion plants
Companion plants for Agastache ‘Kudos Red’: yarrows, border salvias, catmints. Choose varieties that tolerate sun and comparable moisture; allow each clump its mature space.
Plants to avoid
Around Agastache ‘Kudos Red,’ especially avoid neighbors that would cover its leaves or strongly compete with its root ball. Compatibility in terms of light, water, and spread takes precedence over a list of so-called enemy plants.
Frequently asked questions
Your questions,answered.
Where to plant Agastache 'Kudos Red'?
Provide sun and suitable soil (well-drained, rather light; avoid water pockets around the collar). Winter drainage is crucial for this agastache; avoid depressions where water accumulates during thaws.
Where should I plant Agastache 'Kudos Red'?
Expect a height of about 50 cm and a width of 60 cm when mature. Approximately 60 cm between centers, to be adjusted according to the actual development of the clump. This size is suitable for use in the middle of a border and group plantings.
When does Agastache 'Kudos Red' bloom?
The indicated period is June-September. The flower color palette is red. The exact date and duration depend on the climate, season, and plant establishment.
How to water and care for Agastache ‘Kudos Red’?
After planting Agastache ‘Kudos Red’, water enough to thoroughly moisten the root ball. Once established, allow the surface to dry out between waterings and prioritize good drainage, especially during thaws. Wait to see spring regrowth before removing any parts that have dried out over winter.
Can Agastache 'Kudos Red' be grown in a pot?
To try Agastache ‘Kudos Red’ in a container, choose a stable pot with drainage holes, suitable for the root ball and its future size (60 cm). Water must drain freely after each watering; check the root ball more often than if it were planted in the ground. Plan to protect the container in winter depending on your climate.
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