Kudos Gold Hummingbird Mint
Agastache 'Kudos Gold'Kudos Gold Hummingbird Mint is a compact, long-blooming perennial prized for its cheerful golden-yellow flower spikes, fragrant foliage, and exceptional pollinator appeal. From early summer through early fall, upright spikes of golden yellow blooms rise above neat mounds of aromatic green foliage, creating a bright display that attracts hummingbirds, butterflies, honey bees, and other beneficial pollinators. Its compact growth habit makes it an excellent choice for borders, pollinator gardens, and containers.
Unlike taller hummingbird mints, Kudos Gold maintains a dense, well-branched form that stays tidy throughout the growing season. The mint-scented foliage naturally resists deer and rabbits, while the long-lasting blooms provide continuous color and make excellent additions to fresh-cut flower arrangements.
Typically growing 18 to 24 inches tall and 18 to 24 inches wide, Kudos Gold fits beautifully into smaller landscapes, sunny borders, patio containers, and mass plantings. Its outstanding heat and drought tolerance allows it to thrive with minimal maintenance once established.
This perennial performs best in full sun and well-drained soil. Once established, it requires very little supplemental watering and grows best in average to lean soils with excellent drainage. Avoid wet winter soils to ensure long-term health.
Care Instructions:
Planting: Plant in full sun in well-drained soil.
Soil: Prefers average to lean, well-drained soil.
Watering: Water regularly during establishment. Once established, water only during prolonged dry periods.
Fertilizing: Fertilizer is rarely needed. Avoid overly rich soils that encourage weak growth.
Pruning: Remove spent flower spikes to encourage continued blooming. Cut plants back in early spring before new growth emerges.
Spacing: Space plants 18–24 inches apart for mature growth and airflow.
Maintenance: Provide excellent drainage and avoid wet winter soils for the best long-term performance.
Its bright golden blooms, aromatic foliage, compact habit, and ability to attract hummingbirds make Kudos Gold Hummingbird Mint an outstanding addition to sunny gardens.
