Anise seeds — warm, sweet aniseed flavour
Anise (aniseed) is a delicate annual herb grown for its warm, sweet, liquorice-like seed — a classic flavouring for baking, drinks and confectionery. The species is gathered under Pimpinella anisum within our culinary herb range. New to herbs? Our herb growing guide covers the basics.
Anise needs a warm, long season to ripen seed — the calendar shows when to sow.
Grown for aromatic seed
Anise forms lacy foliage and flat heads of white flowers — good for beneficial insects — followed by the aromatic seed. A tender annual, it sits among our annual and aromatic herbs.
Growing anise from seed
Sow direct in late spring in a warm, sunny, sheltered spot — anise resents transplanting and needs a long, warm season to ripen its seed. Let the plants flower and the seed heads dry on the plant before harvesting.
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Popular herb categories: Pimpinella anisum · Culinary Herbs · Aromatic Herbs · Annual Herbs · All Herb Seeds
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is anise used for?
Its warm, sweet, liquorice-like seed flavours baking, drinks and confectionery.
When do I sow it?
Direct in late spring in a warm, sheltered spot — it needs a long, warm season.
Can I transplant it?
Better not — sow direct, as anise resents root disturbance.
How do I harvest the seed?
Let the plants flower and the seed heads dry on the plant before picking.
Are the flowers useful?
Yes — the white flower heads attract beneficial insects.
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