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Agastache 'Bolero' is a vigorous perennial that blooms all summer as enthusiastically as an annual. Its tall wands filled with bright rose-purple blossoms rise above compact clumps of aromatic bronze-colored foliage, and bring you close-up views of hummingbirds and butterflies seeking nectar in its tubular flowers. Photo courtesy Jelitto Staudensamen GmbH.
Agastache is a genus of about 30 aromatic species native to central and eastern Asia, Mexico, and the United States. Careful breeding and selection have given us newcomers that offer exceptional garden performance and a long season of bloom. In full sun and well-drained soil, they happily shrug off summer heat and early frosts.
For information on growing and care, click Growing Guide.
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Gorgeous, But Probably Zone 6b 
Sue T. from Lake Hopatcong, NJ
I received 3 Agastache Bolero from WFF in May 2013. The plants settled in quickly in a well-drained, very sunny location in our perennial border. Within 10 days, each plant began sending up countless flower spikes. The foliage and flower color combination was gorgeous and unique. As a huge bonus, no deer, rabbits, etc. so much as took a nibble out of any of the Boleros.
Having read the previous reviews that stated the plants died over the winter, I was determined to help the young plants overwinter in our Zone 6a yard. They were planted just below a stone retaining wall that protected them from winter winters in a sloping location with superb drainage. I put 6 inches of fine cedar mulch over and around the plants in late November. Unfortunately, all three were completely dead this spring. What a shame. They were a real highlight of our 2013 garden. I can imagine these as a stunning addition to many gardens in warmer zones.
Having read the previous reviews that stated the plants died over the winter, I was determined to help the young plants overwinter in our Zone 6a yard. They were planted just below a stone retaining wall that protected them from winter winters in a sloping location with superb drainage. I put 6 inches of fine cedar mulch over and around the plants in late November. Unfortunately, all three were completely dead this spring. What a shame. They were a real highlight of our 2013 garden. I can imagine these as a stunning addition to many gardens in warmer zones.
Agastache Bolero lacked vigor 
Green Acres from Indianapolis, IN
I have always been impressed with White Flower Farm and this plant doesn't change my opinion of the company. Great service, plants arrive in top-notch shape and at the proper planting time. If I'd have been asked about previous purchases from White Flower Farm I would have raved about the plants because they have all done well. Agastache Bolero on the other hand did not. The plant simply refused to thrive. It survived one season with moderate success, but emerged the second season and withered and died within weeks. It could have simply been a less than ideal planting site or residual damage from the previous year's drought (though the plants were watered regularly). I can't recommend Bolero. Other Agastaches I have on the property have all done well.
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Latin Name Pronunciation: ah-gah' stah-kee
Agastache is a genus of about 30 aromatic species native to central and eastern Asia, Mexico, and the United States: A. foeniculum is native to the United States; A. rugosa is from China and Japan. Careful breeding and selection have given us newcomers that offer exceptional garden performance and a long season of bloom. In full sun and well-drained soil, they happily shrug off summer heat and early frosts.
Light/Watering: Full sun. Some afternoon shade will protect the leaf color of yellow-foliaged Agastaches.
Fertilizer/Soil and pH: Average garden soil that drains well. Do not fertilize the first spring after planting; in subsequent years fertilize once in early spring with 10-10-10 or a layer of well-rotted compost. Acid to neutral pH.
Pests/Diseases: Few insect problems. Mildew can affect the leaves during dry summer weather. Deer generally do not bother Agastache, which is a member of the Mint family.
Companions: Other plants that prefer full sun and well-drained soil make good partners, for example: Milkweed (Asclepias), grasses (especially shorter varieties of Festuca), Yarrow (Achillea), Gaillardia, or Russian Sage (Perovskia). The bushier varieties of Agastache hold their own against most other perennials in a sunny border.
Dividing/Transplanting: Divide in spring if plant has outgrown its space; plant crown at soil level.
Calendar of Care - Agastache
Early Spring: Gradually remove any winter cover. Cut back old stems; large clumps may be divided. Apply one application of balanced 10-10-10 fertilizer or a 1–2″ layer of well-rotted compost (keep at least several inches away from the plant's crown).
End-of-Season Care: Cut stems back half way to protect the plants from damage by winter winds.
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