Anise dates back to ancient Egypt, but it wasn't until the 14th century that it was introduced in the U.S. and England. Instantly popular and deemed very valuable thanks to its many culinary and medicinal uses, it was actually once accepted as a form of payment for taxes. How unfortunate that it's no longer considered legal currency, because it's super easy to grow! Most liken anise's powerful scent and flavor to that of black licorice, which has made it a common flavoring for teas and liqueurs as well as cough drops. Its wispy white flowers and lovely green foliage can be used in salads or as garnishes, or it can be ground up for use in a variety of recipes, including cookies, breads, and other baked favorites. Low maintenance and beautiful when flowering, anise likes to be planted where it will bask in lots of sun and will do equally well in gardens, raised beds, and containers.
More Information| SKU | DL013835 |
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| Item Package Size | Packet |
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| Seeds Per Packet | approx. 875 seeds per packet |
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| Botanical Name | Pimpinella anisum |
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| How To Grow | Direct sow |
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| Light Requirements | Full Sun |
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| Planting Depth | 1/4-1/2 inch |
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| Seed Spacing | 12-15 inches |
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| Row Spacing | 18-24 inches |
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| Space After Thinning | 12 inches |
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| Days To Germinate | 10-14 days |
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| Days To Maturity | 120 |
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| Growth Rate | Slow |
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| Seed Life Cycle | Annual |
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| Certifications | Heirloom |
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| Advantages | Good For Containers, Ornamental, Edible |
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| Additional Information | Landreth's Original |
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| Item Unit Of Measure | Packet |
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| Ships As | Seed |
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| Ships To Canada | Yes |
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