Hyssop

Hyssop is a perennial herb prized for its aromatic, evergreen foliage and vibrant blue flowers, making it a valuable addition to any garden. It thrives in well-drained soil with full sun exposure and demonstrates excellent drought tolerance once established. Hyssop attracts beneficial pollinators such as bees and butterflies, enhancing biodiversity and supporting nearby plants. Its leaves and flowers are used for culinary purposes and traditional herbal remedies, offering both sensory and functional benefits. Cultivating hyssop requires minimal maintenance, making it ideal for gardeners seeking a resilient, multipurpose herb.

• Hyssop has a long history of medicinal use and was so highly esteemed in the past that it was considered to be a virtual cure-all. 
   
• Day to Maturity | 75 days

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Hyssop is a versatile herb that brings both beauty and utility to your garden. Known for its aromatic leaves and striking blue flowers, it attracts pollinators like bees and butterflies, promoting a healthy garden ecosystem. Beyond its visual appeal, hyssop can enhance your cooking with its distinctive flavor and has a history of traditional medicinal use. Easy to grow and maintain, this herb is a valuable addition for gardeners seeking a blend of charm and functionality. Add hyssop to your garden and enjoy its many benefits all season long.

"Currently an undervalued herb, it is often used as a household remedy, particularly as an expectorant and stomach tonic. It has a positive effect when used to treat bronchitis and respiratory infections, especially where there is excessive mucous production. Hyssop can irritate the mucous membranes, so it is best given after an infection has peaked, when the herb's tonic action encourages a general recovery. The plant should not be used by pregnant women, however, since in large quantities it can induce a miscarriage. The leaves and flowering tops are antiseptic, antitussive, astringent, carminative, diaphoretic, emmenagogue, expectorant, pectoral, sedative, stimulant, stomachic, tonic and vasodilator. The plant can be harvested when in full flower and dried for later use. A tea made from the leaves is used in the treatment of flatulence, stomach-aches, upper respiratory tract infections, coughs in children etc. A poultice made from the fresh herb is used to heal wounds. The essential oil is used in aromatherapy. Its keyword is 'Stability'. This oil should not be used on people who are highly strung as it can cause epileptic symptoms. The essential oil should not be used internally except under professional supervision." SOURCE

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