Anise is an attractive, fine-textured herb grown for its licorice-scented leaves and elicately flavored seeds. The sweet tasting leaves are used in salads, with cooked vegetables, and as a garnish. Add the aromatic seeds to fruit salads and sauces, soups, and baked goods. Plants grow 24-30" tall.
Seed Planting Information:
- Planting Depth: 1/4"
- Seed Spacing: 1"
- Spacing Between Rows: 18"
- Space After Thinning: 8"
- Days to Germination: 15-20
- Days to Maturity: 70
When and Where to Plant:
Select a sunny location and plant outdoors in well drained soil after last frost. Cultivate and enrich soil. Firm soil over seed. Avoid transplanting.
Care, Harvesting and Storage:
Keep soil moist to control weeds. Harvest seeds when grey-green. Cut stems, wash, and spread to dry in warm, dark, well ventilated place. To remove seed, rub between hands. Store in air tight container. Leaves may be harvested at any time. Store extra seeds in a cool dry place. Heat and moisture severely reduce germination.
