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Pimpinella anisum

 
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Family: Apiaceae (ay-pee-AY-see-ee) (Info)
Genus: Pimpinella (pim-pi-NEL-uh) (Info)
Species: anisum (uh-NISS-um) (Info)

4 vendors have this plant for sale.

10 members have or want this plant for trade.

Category:
Annuals
Herbs

Height:
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)

Spacing:
9-12 in. (22-30 cm)

Hardiness:
Not Applicable

Sun Exposure:
Full Sun

Danger:
Unknown - Tell us

Bloom Color:
White/Near White

Bloom Time:
Mid Summer

Foliage:
Aromatic

Other details:
This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds
Flowers are fragrant
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater

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

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2 positives
1 neutral
No negatives

Gardeners' Notes:

RatingAuthorComment
Neutral berrygirl On Mar 4, 2007, berrygirl from Braselton, GA (Zone 7b) wrote:

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 centuries. Wonderful strong licorice flavor.Very easy to grow, similar to dill in habit, harvest seeds when dry. Annual.

Positive lupinelover On Jan 27, 2003, lupinelover from Grove City, OH (Zone 6a) wrote:

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 seed-set.

For a real sensory addition to your garden, plant a couple where you will brush by the plant as you walk past.

Positive cristina On Jan 9, 2003, cristina from Temuco
Chile (Zone 9b) wrote:

Beautiful and delicate-looking plant, feather-like leaflets of bright green leaves, the thin stems are topped with umbrella-like clusters of white yellowish flowers, which are heavy enough to make the stems flop.

Cut a few leaves to put in salads. Harvest the seed heads and hang them over newspaper in a warm, airy location to dry.

Store in an airtight jar in a cool, dark place. Use seeds to flavor cookies and breads.



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