Indian Lilac

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The Tibetan lofant (Agastache rugosa) has many other names:
Korean mint (belongs to the same family of clearworms);
purple giant hyssop;
blue licorice;
indian mint;
wrinkled giant hyssop;
chinese patchouli;
huo xiang;
lofant Tibetan.
The latter is a tracing paper from another Latin name-Lophantus tibeticus. This name is a synonym of Agastache rugosa.
The Tibetan mulberry tree also grows in Russia in the Primorsky Territory.
Lofant tibet is a perennial herb with a height of 0.4-1 m with quadrangular stems. The leaves are large: 4.5-9 cm long, 2-6 cm wide. The shape can be lanceolate or ovoid. The base of the leaf is heart-shaped. The petiole is 1.5 to 3.5 cm long. The edge of the leaf is notched. The leaf blades are thin. On the upper side, the leaves are dark green, on the lower side-light. The leaf plates are pubescent on both sides.
The flowers are collected in spike-shaped inflorescences, the length of which is up to 10 cm, and the diameter is 2 cm. On the peduncles below, there are also leaves, the same shape as the main ones. But the size of these leaves is smaller.
The flowers are bisexual and capable of self-pollination. There is also pollination by insects. The calyx is long (4-8 mm), colored purple or lilac. The double corolla has a length of 7-10 mm. Flowering lasts from June to September.
There are forms of lofant Tibetan with white, purple and blue flowers. White flowers have a more pungent smell than colored ones.

Instructions

1. Growing Crape myrtle - Indian Lilac (Lagerstroemia indica) from seed is a rewarding process. Follow these guidelines for best results.
2. Seed Preparation: Soak seeds in warm water for 12–24 hours before sowing to soften the seed coat. Discard any floating seeds as they are likely non-viable.
3. Sowing: Sow seeds 0.5–1 cm deep in well-draining seed compost. Water gently and keep consistently moist but not waterlogged. Place in a bright location at 18–22°C.
4. Germination: Seeds typically germinate in 2–8 weeks. Keep soil consistently moist during germination. Once seedlings emerge, gradually increase ventilation.
5. Transplanting: Transplant seedlings into individual pots once they have 2–3 pairs of true leaves. Harden off gradually over 7–10 days before planting in final position. Space according to the mature size of the species.
6. Aftercare: Water regularly during the first growing season. Apply a balanced fertilizer in spring. Mulch annually to retain moisture and suppress weeds. Prune as needed to maintain shape.
7. Hardiness: Hardiness varies by species and growing conditions. Young plants may need protection from extreme temperatures. Acclimatize gradually to outdoor conditions.

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