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Hedge Hyssop

Gratiola officinalis, Plantaginaceae

Zones
5–9
Layer
Herbaceous
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate

Guild Roles

ProducerGround CoverPest ConfuserBeneficial Insect Habitat

Growing Conditions

Sun

Partial Shade (preferred)Full Sun (tolerated)

Water

High (established)High (seedling)

Soil pH

6 – 7.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Sessile JoyweedAlternanthera sessilis
Pest Deterrent
Dwarf RotalaRotala rotundifolia
Pest Deterrent
Marsh SkullcapScutellaria galericulata
Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat
Water PurslaneLythrum portula
Beneficial Insect HabitatPollinator Sharing

Antagonistic Plants

Golden Hedge-hyssopGratiola aurea

Related species in Gratiola known for potential allelopathic compounds and similar habitat requirements

Uses

Functions

Water FiltrationErosion ControlHabitat CreationNatural Pest Control

Medicinal Uses

Digestive AidDiureticLiver SupportCardiovascular

Common Questions

What zones does Hedge Hyssop grow in?

Hedge Hyssop grows in USDA hardiness zones 5 through 9.

What are good companion plants for Hedge Hyssop?

Good companions for Hedge Hyssop include Sessile Joyweed, Dwarf Rotala, Marsh Skullcap, Water Purslane.

Design guilds with Hedge Hyssop and see companion relationships visually.

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