Description
Hyssop is a hardy perennial that grows no more than 2 feet tall. It has woody stems, small pointed leaves, and spikes of small purple flowers. There also are forms with pink or white flowers. If kept clipped, it makes a good border or small hedge.

Culture
Hyssop will grow in rather poor soil and is easily propagated from seed. When it is established, it is a quite hardy plant.

Harvesting
Use the youngest leaves and stems as needed.

Use
Hyssop’s pungent leaves are used to flavor liqueurs and sometimes are used as a condiment. Oil obtained from the leaves is used in making perfume.

Adapted from Pub. NE 208 published by the Cooperative Extension Services of the Northeast States