Lavender Martini Agastache tea with flowers arranged in glass jars.
Lavender Martini Agastache growing in a greenhouse at Baker Creek.
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Lavender Martini Agastache tea with flowers arranged in glass jars.
Lavender Martini Agastache growing in a greenhouse at Baker Creek.
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Agastache Seeds,
Lavender Martini

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Description

(Agastache aurantiaca). This tidy and compact agastache produces soft lavender-colored flower spikes irresistible to pollinators and a range of beneficial insects. Plants are perfectly suited for pots as well as beds and borders, as they reach just 10 inches tall. The foliage and blooms are delightfully fragrant and make a flavorful tea we love to sip. A fabulous choice for the tea garden or your pollinator patch.

Growing Tips: Lavender Martini is an exceptionally compact agastache well suited to container growing, front-of-border plantings, and tea gardens where a tidy, low-growing habit is desired. Its soft lavender flower spikes and fragrant foliage are highly attractive to pollinators and beneficial insects throughout the summer and fall blooming season. Both flowers and leaves can be harvested fresh or dried for a flavorful herbal tea. As with all agastaches, excellent drainage is essential for long-term plant health. 

Plant Details

Botanical Name
Agastache aurantiaca
Life Cycle
Perennial in zones 6–10
Sun Requirement
Full sun
Days to Germinate
14–21
Days to Maturity
90–100
Planting Depth
Surface sow
Plant Spacing
12 in.
Ideal Temperature
60–90°F
Frost Hardy
Yes

When to Grow

Start seeds indoors 8 to 10 weeks before the last expected frost date for first-year bloom, or direct sow outdoors in early spring once soil can be worked. Seeds require light to germinate and should be surface sown without covering. A brief cold stratification period of two to four weeks may improve germination rates. In Zones 6–10, established plants are reliably perennial and will return each season without replanting. If you're not sure how to find your first and last frost dates, consult our blog post Our Experts Answer Questions, Share Resources.

How to Sow and Plant

Surface sow seeds by pressing them lightly into moist, well-drained soil without covering. Lavender Martini adapts well to a range of moderately fertile, well-drained soils and is particularly well suited to container growing given its compact mature size. Space transplants or thin seedlings to 12 to 15 inches apart. Avoid heavy, poorly drained soils, which are the primary cause of decline in agastache. For container growing, use a well-draining potting mix and ensure pots have adequate drainage holes.

How to Grow

Lavender Martini is drought-tolerant and low-maintenance once established. Water regularly during the first season to encourage strong root development, then reduce irrigation as plants mature. In containers, water consistently but allow the growing medium to dry somewhat between waterings to prevent root issues. Deadhead spent flower spikes to encourage continuous blooming through the season. Cut plants back to the ground in early spring before new growth emerges, and apply a light protective mulch in winter at the colder end of the hardiness range. 

How to Save Seeds

Lavender Martini produces small seeds in clusters along the dried flower spike, typical of the Lamiacae family.

  • Allow a few flower spikes to dry fully on the plant at the end of the season
  • Harvest seed spikes by cutting and placing in a paper bag to capture any that fall
  • Dry thoroughly in a cool, well-ventilated location before cleaning
  • Store cleaned seeds in a sealed, labeled container in a cool, dry, dark place for up to 3 years

FAQ

How tall does Lavender Martini agastache actually get?

On average, plants reach just 10 inches tall at maturity, making Lavender Martini one of the most compact agastache varieties available and an excellent choice for containers, small-space gardens, and front-of-border plantings.

Can Lavender Martini be used to make herbal tea?

Yes—both the fragrant foliage and flowers can be used fresh or dried to brew a flavorful herbal tea. Harvest leaves and flowers in the morning when their aromatic oils are most concentrated for the best flavor.

Is Lavender Martini as easy to grow as other agastache varieties?

Yes—it shares the same low-maintenance, drought-tolerant qualities of the agastache family. The most important factor for success is excellent soil drainage, particularly through the winter months.

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