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Anise Plant - America's Gardens Nursery

Anise Plant

$14.99

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Description

Anise 'pimpinella anisum' is a perennial herb in our zone (7) in the parsley family and is from the eastern Mediterranean region and Southwest Asia. Aniseis widely used in the food industry as a flavoring, antioxidant, antispoilage agent and preservative.  It is sweet, highly fragrant.  Its flavor is somewhat similar to licorice. The oils are used in the production of perfumes and soaps. Anise seed (aniseed) has also been used to relieve digestive disorders for centuries

Care

Grown best in zones 4-11, prefers full sun and grows best in Anise grows best in well-drained, medium-dry, or sandy loam soil.

Growth Habit

The anise plant typically achieves a height between 12–39 inches. Much of it's height is achieved by the hollow flowering stalk, atop which the delicate white flowers splay out in their characteristic compound "umbel." 

Toxicity

Pimpinella anisum, also known as anise, is generally safe when consumed in typical amounts. However, consuming too much anise can cause toxicity. Anise is seed resistant. 

Satisfaction

Plant size and shape may differ from what is pictured.

For mail orders: Plants may go through shock during shipping. Upon arrival, take the plant out and water it thoroughly. If you are not satisfied with your purchase, please notify us via email at sales@amgardens.com and include a photo(s) within 24 hours of plant arrival.

For in store purchases: If you are not satisfied with your purchase, please call us at 423-870-5000 or return the plant in its original pot/condition within 3 days. Trees and shrubs have a 6 month warranty (exceptions may apply), but we highly encourage you to give us a call or email if you notice issues with your plant. We'd love to help you figure out what's wrong and save your plant! 

Shipping

Orders are shipped on Wednesdays and Thursdays; if your order is placed on a Wednesday, it may not ship until the following Wednesday. During peak season there may be delays in shipping. If it is too hot or cold, we suggest ordering during milder months to ensure plants arrive in best condition.
Description

Anise 'pimpinella anisum' is a perennial herb in our zone (7) in the parsley family and is from the eastern Mediterranean region and Southwest Asia. Aniseis widely used in the food industry as a flavoring, antioxidant, antispoilage agent and preservative.  It is sweet, highly fragrant.  Its flavor is somewhat similar to licorice. The oils are used in the production of perfumes and soaps. Anise seed (aniseed) has also been used to relieve digestive disorders for centuries

Care

Grown best in zones 4-11, prefers full sun and grows best in Anise grows best in well-drained, medium-dry, or sandy loam soil.

Growth Habit

The anise plant typically achieves a height between 12–39 inches. Much of it's height is achieved by the hollow flowering stalk, atop which the delicate white flowers splay out in their characteristic compound "umbel." 

Toxicity

Pimpinella anisum, also known as anise, is generally safe when consumed in typical amounts. However, consuming too much anise can cause toxicity. Anise is seed resistant. 

Satisfaction

Plant size and shape may differ from what is pictured.

For mail orders: Plants may go through shock during shipping. Upon arrival, take the plant out and water it thoroughly. If you are not satisfied with your purchase, please notify us via email at sales@amgardens.com and include a photo(s) within 24 hours of plant arrival.

For in store purchases: If you are not satisfied with your purchase, please call us at 423-870-5000 or return the plant in its original pot/condition within 3 days. Trees and shrubs have a 6 month warranty (exceptions may apply), but we highly encourage you to give us a call or email if you notice issues with your plant. We'd love to help you figure out what's wrong and save your plant! 

Shipping

Orders are shipped on Wednesdays and Thursdays; if your order is placed on a Wednesday, it may not ship until the following Wednesday. During peak season there may be delays in shipping. If it is too hot or cold, we suggest ordering during milder months to ensure plants arrive in best condition.