How to Grow Anise
Annual
Those of us growing Anise do so for the fresh and popular flavor of licorice.
Anise is native to Southern Europe and the Mediterranean, where is grown
as a cash crop. You can also find Anise growing wild in fields. It is related
to caraway and dill.
The Anise plant has lacy leaves, and heads of white flowers that give way
to seeds containing tasty oils. When in bloom, Anise provides a profusion
of flowers. And that's good, because the flowers produce the seeds that produce
the oils that tastes so good! It grows 18-24".
Propagation:
Anise are grown from seed. Directly sow seeds into your garden. Sow seeds
early in the season, and cover lightly with soil. Space seedlings, or thin
plants to 18" apart in rows 12 inches apart.
How to Grow Anise:
Anise is easy to grow. They prefer full sun and a well drained soil. They
will do well in average soils, and tolerate dry soil conditions. Water them
during dry periods, once or twice per week. Add a general purpose fertilizer
once or twice a season.
Harvest flower heads after seeds have formed, and the flower head has died.
Extract seeds and dry them in a cool, dry location.
Main Cooking Uses:
The oils are extracted from the seeds.
Use leaves in salads, seeds in baking, cookies, pastries, cheese, and candies.
Also used to flavor oils and liqueurs.
Leaves and flowers can also be used as a garnish.
Medicinal Applications:
Anise is often used to treat stomach aches.
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