Description
Anise Basil has a distinct spicy black licorice flavor from the natural anethole in the leaves, the same chemical as in anise! This attractive variety features maroon-purple stems & purple-pink flowers in addition to the anise aroma. Very similar to Thai Basil, this potent variety originates from Southeast Asia & compliments fish, tomato, & fruit recipes well. It is prized for its potent flavor, often prepared as fresh greens in vegetable dishes in Southern Asia & in Middle Eastern cuisines. Add sophistication while attracting bees & butterflies to your herb or ornamental garden with Anise Basil. Also Known As: Licorice Basil, Persian Basil, Sweet Basil, Bai Horapha, Thai Basil, Bai Gaprao, Bai Krapao. We ship in 1 business day. Shipped with USPS First Class Mail. Plant Name: Basil, Anise Latin Name: Ocimum basilicum 'Anise' Days to Germinate: 7-14 Days to Harvest: 80 Growth Habit: Bush USDA Zones: 3-12 Lifespan: Annual, Perennial in Zones 10-12 Brand: TomorrowSeeds Sunlight: Full Sun, Partial Shade GMO: No Pollination: Heirloom, Open-Pollinated Fungicide-Treated Seeds: No Seeds Packed For: 2024 Fungicide-treated seeds protect the seedlings from diseases until they are up & growing. Do not eat treated seeds. Seeds are freshly packed for the growing season of the year listed. Seeds are still viable beyond pack date. Store in a cool & dry location such as the refrigerator or basement to best preserve germination rates. Planting Instructions: Soil Preparation: Remove weeds, large rocks, & litter from the planting area. Till the soil 8-10 inches deep & rake several times to break up large clods. It is best to do this when the soil is dry enough to not stick to garden tools. Loosening the soil will help the plant establish strong roots. Planting: Optionally, start indoors in containers 4-6 weeks before last frost. Keep seedlings >70F. Harden off then transplant to, or sow, in fertile, moist, well-draining soil in full sun after all frost passes in Spring & soil is >50F. Move the plants carefully from the pots or flats & set them in the transplant holes. Set the transplants slightly deeper that it had been growing, burying some of the stem in the ground. Pack the soil loosely around the plant. Leave a slightly sunken area around each plant to hold water. Water the plants after planting. Or, plant 1/4 inch in soil after danger of frost has passed in Spring in at least 70F temperature, well-draining soil. Seeds can be sown year-round in pots. Staking the plants can prevent them from collapsing in adverse weather. Pinch out leaves as you need them & remove flower heads to keep plants producing vigorous leaves. Planting Depth: 1/4 inch Within-Row Spacing: 12 Inches Between-Row Spacing: 2 Feet Care During the Season: Watering: Water plants moderately. If the soil moisture is low, water but avoid waterlogging soil. Weeding: Keep plants free of weeds, which rob weak root systems of nutrients & moisture. Insecticides: Insecticides may be used to protect
