Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Apiaceae

Genus:

Pimpinella

Species:

Pimpinella anisum

USDA Symbol:

PIAN3

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Annual

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

60 cm

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Bloom Months:

jun,jul,aug

Bloom Colors:

white

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

bees, beneficial insects

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Fragrant:

Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rich, well-drained loamy soil

pH:

6.0 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

native to Mediterranean regions with well-drained soils

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

None required

Germination Time:

7–21 days

Notes:

Direct sow preferred as anise has a taproot and does not transplant well. Requires warm soil temperatures around 60-70°F.

The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI