Agastache cana Rosita
Rosita Hummingbird Mint
Details
24" tall x 18" wide (cutting propagated). An exciting new form of Agastache cana that appeared as a single outstanding plant in a group of garden plants grown from habitat collected seed. 'Rosita' has been the subject of much comment in our Santa Fe display gardens because of its profusion of dense, deep rose-pink flower spikes and extremely bushy semi-dwarf growth habit.Earlier blooming than regular Agastache cana plants, 'Rosita's spikes have about 50% more flowers per spike than is normal; the effect is striking and noticeable from a great distance. Plant in well-drained soil, and water deeply but infrequently once established.
| SKU | 11819 |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Rosita Hummingbird Mint |
| Botanical Name | Agastache cana Rosita |
| Zones | 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 |
| Light Requirements | Full Sun |
| Flower Color | Pink |
| Mature Height | 24" tall |
| Mature Spread | 18" wide |
| Bloom Time | Early summer to fall |
| Ships As | Potted Plant |
| Native | Yes |
| Planting Time | Spring / Summer, Fall |
| Soil Type | Low Fertility Soil, Well-Drained Soil |
| Soil Moisture | Drought Resistant / Waterwise |
| Amount of Rain | Less than 10" (with irrigation), 10 to 20", 20 to 30", 30 to 40" |
| Advantages | Deer Resistant, Attract Hummingbirds, Rabbit Resistant, Native |
| Special Groups | High Country Gardens Exclusive, High Country Gardens Introduction |
| Ideal Region | Western Only, Southwest, West, Pacific Northwest |
| Neonicotinoid-Free | Yes - Learn More |
| Ships to Hawaii, Alaska & Canada | No |
Planting Guides
Tips for growing Agastache
Agastache are sun loving plants with aromatic foliage and flowers. They bloom from mid-summer into early fall and are resistant to rabbits and deer.
Agastache need lean, well-drained soils, prefer gravel mulches, and appreciate deep but infrequent watering after their second growing season
- Provide a fast draining soil that's naturally low in fertility, Don't plant into clay soils.
- Plant in full hot sun.
- Just a few handfuls of compost in the planting hole is enough. Don't plant into a rich, highly amended soil..
- Fertilize the Agastache just once in fall with Yum Yum Mix and Planters II.
- New transplants need regular irrigation their first growing season to establish themselves. Watering can be reduced greatly during the second growing season when the plants have matured.
To improve winter-hardiness, and encourage re-seeding, leave the stems intact over the winter. In mid-spring, remove old stems just above the new foliage, about 4 or 5 inches above ground level.
If your conditions don't lend themselves to growing Agastache in your garden, they do well planted in containers.
More in-depth guidance for growing Agastache: Agastache Growing Tips, Agastache: Super-Stars of the Perennial World Part 1, and Agastache: Super-Stars of the Perennial World Part II.
View more Planting Guides, or download our complete Planting Guide for tips on caring for your plants when you receive your order, as well as planting instructions for Perennials, Spring-Planted Bulbs, Fall-Planted Bulbs, Cacti & Succulents, Xeric Plants and more.
Shipping
Plant Shipping: Buy now and we will ship your order at the ideal planting time for your region. Fall shipping begins the week of September 5, zones 3-4 first. Most plant orders arrive within 3-5 days, or less, of leaving our greenhouses. This prompt delivery is provided without additional express charges.
Grass Plugs & Seed: Most orders ship within 5-8 business days (all zones).
Gardening Goods:All non-plant items ship within 2-3 days.
Standard shipping costs are $4.99 and up, depending on the size of the order.
Make Fast Even Faster: For ‘Rush’ same week delivery, please call customer service at 800-925-9387.
Reviewsby PowerReviews
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 10 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
88%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Accurate instructions (8)
- Attractive (7)
- Healthy (7)
- Fragrant (5)
- Hardy (5)
Cons
Best Uses
- Garden (8)
- Outdoors (6)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Avid gardener (6)
- Primary use:
- Personal (9)
Most Liked Positive Review
My Southwest Garden
While I have been gardening for years I am new to the south west and learning what will and will not grow here. High country Gardens have not steered me wrong in my choice...Read complete review
While I have been gardening for years I am new to the south west and learning what will and will not grow here. High country Gardens have not steered me wrong in my choice of plants. I have tried the local places but they were not very helpful. I have learned the hard way that what does nicely on the east coast and north do not like this area. These plants will let me have the flowers and blooms through the summer and entice the birds I like. I am very pleased with the way they have taken off growing well as soon as planted.
VS
Most Liked Negative Review
Lost Rosita, all others happily up!
Lost my little Rosita over winter after her first season in our mt soil. All others ordered are up and appear to be doing nicely. Fingers crossed! Thank you.
Lost my little Rosita over winter after her first season in our mt soil. All others ordered are up and appear to be doing nicely. Fingers crossed! Thank you.
Reviewed by 10 customers
Displaying reviews 1-10
Pros
- Accurate Instructions
- Attractive
- Fragrant
- Hardy
- Healthy
- Lightweight
Cons
- Small In Size
Best Uses
- Garden
- Outdoors
Comments about High Country Gardens Agastache cana Rosita:
Rosita remained very small in size the first summer (2016)but came into its own this year, blooming for months on end. It is planted in very poor rocky soil and gets only occasional supplementary water during the growing season.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Accurate Instructions
- Attractive
- Fragrant
- Hardy
- Healthy
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- Garden
Comments about High Country Gardens Agastache cana Rosita:
This plant has lovely color and fits in well with many other plants in the flower garden. It is a real hummingbird and bee magnet. It must be pretty hardy too as it is recommended for zone 5 and above and it grows well for me here in zone 4 although I do mulch it a little for the winter. Did lose one this past winter, but not too upset seeing as how it's really out of my zone. Have this planted among other agastache and coneflowers and panecum.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Accurate Instructions
- Attractive
- Healthy
- Lightweight
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- Garden
- Outdoors
Comments about High Country Gardens Agastache cana Rosita:
While I have been gardening for years I am new to the south west and learning what will and will not grow here. High country Gardens have not steered me wrong in my choice of plants. I have tried the local places but they were not very helpful. I have learned the hard way that what does nicely on the east coast and north do not like this area. These plants will let me have the flowers and blooms through the summer and entice the birds I like. I am very pleased with the way they have taken off growing well as soon as planted.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Accurate Instructions
- Attractive
- Fragrant
- Hardy
- Healthy
- Lightweight
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- Garden
- Outdoors
- Patio
Comments about High Country Gardens Agastache cana Rosita:
This was the background plant I used in a new raised garden. It performed beautifully by adding the deep pink to red color I wanted immediately the first year, which was a surprise. I can't wait to see how it does in the next few years.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
Cons
- Small In Size
Best Uses
Comments about High Country Gardens Agastache cana Rosita:
Died when Agastache Ava thrived planted 3 feet away
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Accurate Instructions
- Attractive
- Fragrant
- Hardy
- Healthy
Cons
Best Uses
- Garden
- Outdoors
Comments about High Country Gardens Agastache cana Rosita:
Great xeric garden plant, flower color packs a punch! Trouble-free, bunnies leave it alone. The only downside is that initially the flower clusters were stumpy, but as the plant matured they elongated and now look normal.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Accurate Instructions
Cons
Best Uses
- Garden
Comments about High Country Gardens Agastache cana Rosita:
Love your products -- great packaging and always healthy plants.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Accurate Instructions
- Attractive
- Fragrant
- Hardy
- Healthy
Cons
Best Uses
- Garden
- Outdoors
Comments about High Country Gardens Agastache cana Rosita:
In my garden by the deck. Love it! Attracted many hummingbirds which is just awesome!
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Accurate Instructions
- Attractive
- Healthy
Cons
Best Uses
- Garden
- Outdoors
Comments about High Country Gardens Agastache cana Rosita:
Lost my little Rosita over winter after her first season in our mt soil. All others ordered are up and appear to be doing nicely. Fingers crossed! Thank you.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Comments about High Country Gardens Agastache cana Rosita:
Downright wonderful!
Displaying reviews 1-10
Q & A
Suggested Companion Plants:
USDA Hardiness Planting Zones
To determine if a plant is sufficiently cold hardy, the USDA created numbered zones indicating winter low temperatures; the lower the zone number the colder the winter.
- If the coldest winter temperature expected in your area is -15°F (zone 5) then any plants rated zones 3-5 will survive the winter temperatures in your area.
- If you live in very warm winter areas (zones 9-11) plants with zones 3-4 ratings are not recommended. The lack of freezing winter temperatures do not provide a time for winter dormancy (rest).
Find Your Planting Zone:
Enter your Zip Code to find your USDA Planting Zone
Merchant response: Our apologies that the Agastache Cana Rosita has not successfully acclimated in your garden. There can be many variables in gardening however, we would never want you to pay for something that you didn't have a chance to enjoy and that is why we have our guarantee! As no contact information was provided with your review, please contact us so that we may assist you with a solution. Happy Gardening!