How to Grow Hyssop
Hyssopus officinalis
Your complete guide to growing Hyssop.
📷 Wikimedia CommonsWhen to Plant Hyssop
Planting windows vary by USDA hardiness zone. Look up yours by ZIP code.
| Zone | Start Indoors | Direct Sow | Harvest |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zone 3 | April – May | — | July – October |
| Zone 4 | March – April | — | July – October |
| Zone 5 | March – April | — | June – October |
| Zone 6 | March – April | — | June – November |
| Zone 7 | February – March | — | June – November |
| Zone 8 | February – March | — | May – December |
| Zone 9 | January – February | — | April – December |
| Zone 10 | January | — | April – December |
Companion Plants for Hyssop
✓ Good companions
Hyssop attracts beneficial insects like bees while beans fix nitrogen in soil
Hyssop's strong scent confuses cabbage white butterflies and other brassica pests
Hyssop's aromatic oils help mask the scent that attracts brassica pests
Hyssop repels cabbage moths and flea beetles that damage brassicas
Provides pest protection against cabbage worms and aphids
Traditional pairing where hyssop repels harmful insects and may enhance grape growth
Both herbs have similar growing requirements and complement each other's pest-repelling properties
Hyssop deters tomato hornworms and may improve tomato flavor
✗ Keep away from
Hyssop's vigorous growth can overshadow lettuce and its oils may inhibit germination
Hyssop's strong root system and allelopathic compounds can inhibit radish development
Competitive for nutrients and hyssop's strong presence can stunt spinach growth
Nutrition Facts
Per 100g serving (USDA FoodData Central)
