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This plant was named to commemorate the 50-year reign of Queen Elizabeth. Its golden foliage gently moderates to lime-green on the lower leaves and when crushed, emits a strong, mint fragrance. Dense spikes of lavender-blue florets crown this plant.
• | Medium |
• | Deer Resistant |
• | Cut Flower/Foliage |
• | Dried Flower/Foliage |
• | Edible |
• | Drought Tolerant |
• | Fragrant |
• | Long Blooming |
• | Low Maintenance |
• | Golden |
• | Naturalizing |
• | Container Plants |
Licorice-scented foliage can be used in teas and added to salads. This plant was named to commemorate the 50-year reign of Queen Elizabeth II.
Grows best in full sun and an average to dry, well-drained soil. If desired, pinch main stems in June just before buds form, to keep the plant compact. After flowering, remove old flowers to promote a second flowering.