Organic Anise Seeds
Pimpinella anisum
- HOW TO GROW
- FAST FACTS
HOW TO GROW
Sowing: Since anise does not take well to transplanting, it should either be direct sown or grown as a container plant. When the soil reaches a temperature of 68 degrees F, plant the seeds in full sun and well drained soil, 1/4" deep and 12-15" apart in rows 2' apart. For companion planting benefits, plant anise with coriander; this improves the germination and growth of the anise.
Growing: Anise needs little attention once established. Keep the ground weed free, and water the plants if the soil dries out completely.
Harvesting: Harvest fresh leaves and flowers as needed. For drying, cut the entire plant before it flowers and hang it upside down to dry.
Seed Saving: Harvest the seed heads individually as soon as they begin to turn brown, and spread them out to dry in a protected location out of direct sunlight. Thresh out the seeds by rubbing or shaking the heads, and remove as much chaff as possible. Store the seeds in a cool, dry place.
FAST FACTS
Common Names: Burnet Saxifrage
Latin Name: Pimpinella anisum
Species Origin: Mediterranean, Southeast Asia
Type: Open Pollinated, Heirloom, Warm Season
Life Cycle: Annual, Tender Perennial
USDA Zones: 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Seeds per Ounce: 12,000
Planting Method: Direct Sow
Germination Days: 10
Planting Depth: 0.1
Planting Spacing: 8
Row Spacing: 16
Days to Maturity: 120
Sunlight: Full Sun
Height: 24 Inches
Color: White
Bloom Season: Blooms Late Summer, Blooms Early Fall
Uses: Attracts Butterflies
DESCRIPTION
HOW TO GROW
Sowing: Since anise does not take well to transplanting, it should either be direct sown or grown as a container plant. When the soil reaches a temperature of 68 degrees F, plant the seeds in full sun and well drained soil, 1/4" deep and 12-15" apart in rows 2' apart. For companion planting benefits, plant anise with coriander; this improves the germination and growth of the anise.
Growing: Anise needs little attention once established. Keep the ground weed free, and water the plants if the soil dries out completely.
Harvesting: Harvest fresh leaves and flowers as needed. For drying, cut the entire plant before it flowers and hang it upside down to dry.
Seed Saving: Harvest the seed heads individually as soon as they begin to turn brown, and spread them out to dry in a protected location out of direct sunlight. Thresh out the seeds by rubbing or shaking the heads, and remove as much chaff as possible. Store the seeds in a cool, dry place.
FAST FACTS
Common Names: Burnet Saxifrage
Latin Name: Pimpinella anisum
Species Origin: Mediterranean, Southeast Asia
Type: Open Pollinated, Heirloom, Warm Season
Life Cycle: Annual, Tender Perennial
USDA Zones: 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Seeds per Ounce: 12,000
Planting Method: Direct Sow
Germination Days: 10
Planting Depth: 0.1
Planting Spacing: 8
Row Spacing: 16
Days to Maturity: 120
Sunlight: Full Sun
Height: 24 Inches
Color: White
Bloom Season: Blooms Late Summer, Blooms Early Fall
Uses: Attracts Butterflies