Anise Tree
Illicium simonsii
SKU
05721
Exceptionally fragrant shrub or small flowering tree from China. Crushed foliage releases a spicy anise fragrance. Creamy yellow blooms may produce showy seedpods that resemble culinary star anise- do not ingest! Excellent for cool, lightly shaded spots.
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Filtered sun, Partial shade
Needs regular watering - weekly, or more often in extreme heat.
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8980 Quantrelle Ave. N.e. Otsego MN 55330
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| Botanical Pronunciation | il-LISS-ee-um |
|---|---|
| Lore | This ornamental shrub or small tree is native to the mountains of southeastern China. If planted in groups, it often produces interesting, star-shaped seedpods that are remarkably similar to that of the culinary seasoning obtained from Illicium verum - however the seeds of this species are not edible and should not be ingested. |
| Average Size at Maturity | Slowly reaches 6 to 8 ft. tall, 6 ft. wide. |
| Bloom Time | Late spring; may sporadically produce fragrant non-edible fruit. |
| Design Ideas | Plant in woodland garden understory, or in lightly shaded beds in the company of spring blooming rhododendrons and camellias. |
| Deciduous/ Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Flower Attribute | Showy Flowers |
| Flower Color | Yellow |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Growth Habit | Pyramidal |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Landscape Use | Border, Mass Planting, Specimen, Woodland Garden |
| Light Needs | Filtered sun, Partial shade |
| Special Feature | Easy Care, Fruit Poisonous, Tolerates Acidic Soil |
| Water Needs | Moderate |
| Watering Needs | Needs regular watering - weekly, or more often in extreme heat. |
| Companion Plants | Aralia (Fatsia); Sweet Box (Sarcococca); Tree Fern (Dicksonia); Cast Iron Plant (Aspidistra); Bush Lily (Clivia) |
Provide well-drained soil, rich in organic matter. Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. Protect from harsh afternoon sun. Mulch to keep roots cool and conserve moisture. Feed with an acid fertilizer before spring growth. Rarely requires pruning.
This Plant's Growing Zones: 8-10
Your USDA Cold Hardiness Zone:
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