Anise

Pimpinellaanisum

Family
Apiaceae (ay-pee-AY-see-ee)
Genus
Pimpinella (pim-pi-NEL-uh)
Species
anisum (uh-NISS-um)
Synonym
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Foliage
Shiny/Glossy
Height
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
Spacing
9-12 in. (22-30 cm)
Hardiness
Not Applicable
Bloom Color
White/Near White
Bloom Time
Mid Summer
Other Details
Category
Annuals
Herbs
Water Requirements
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Foliage Color
Where to Grow
Bloom Characteristics
This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds
Flowers are fragrant
Bloom Size
Other details
Soil pH requirements
5.6 to 6.0 (acidic)
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
Patent Information
Non-patented
Propagation Methods
From seed; direct sow after last frost
Seed Collecting
Collect seedhead/pod when flowers fade; allow to dry
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Austin, Texas

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Gardener's Notes:

2
positives
1
neutral
0
negative
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Lakemont, GA (Zone 8a) | March 2007 | neutral

One of the oldest known spices in England, that first appeared in the Grocer's Company of London. Added to bread and sausage in Italy for...Read More

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Grove City, OH (Zone 6a) | January 2003 | positive

Anise should be direct-sown in the garden, unless grown in a short-season climate. It needs a lot of warmth to initiate flowering and se...Read More

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(Zone 9b) | January 2003 | positive

Beautiful and delicate-looking plant, feather-like leaflets of bright green leaves, the thin stems are topped with umbrella-like clusters...Read More

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