Yellow Anise Tree
Illicium parviflorum
Full shade, Partial shade
Water regularly to maintain evenly moist soil - weekly, or more often.
THIS PLANT MAY BE AVAILABLE IN THESE STORES:
Due to the seasonal nature of plants, availability at your local garden center is not guaranteed. Give them a call before visiting.
- 101 Market
8980 Quantrelle Ave. N.e. Otsego MN 55330
- 14th Street Garden Center
793 Jersey Ave. Jersey City NJ 07303
- 3rd Avenue Floral & Greenhouse
1110 3rd Ave. West Dickinson ND 58601
- 4 Ever Green Ldsp. & Dgn
21457 214th Circle Ave Milford IA 51351
Lore | The star anise pod is from an Asian species of anise tree; native American species do not have edible fruit. CAUTION: TOXIC IF INGESTED. Though the foliage has a similar fragrance, the plant parts of this species are not a substitute for the culinary spice and flavorings obtained from Illicium verum. |
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Average Size at Maturity | Slow growing; reaches 8 to 15 ft. tall, spreading 10 ft. wide |
Bloom Time | Late Spring |
Deciduous/ Evergreen | Evergreen |
Flower Color | Yellow |
Foliage Color | Green |
Garden Style | Cottage, Rustic |
Growth Habit | Pyramidal |
Growth Rate | Slow |
Landscape Use | Border, Erosion Control, Hedge, Privacy Screen, Very Wet Areas |
Light Needs | Full shade, Partial shade |
Soil Needs | Tree & Shrub Food |
Special Feature | Easy Care, Naturalizes Well, North American Native Selection, Shade Loving, Year-round Interest |
Water Needs | Moderate |
Watering Needs | Water regularly to maintain evenly moist soil - weekly, or more often. |
Companion Plants | Rhododendron (Rhododendron); Sweet Box (Sarcococca); Bush Lily (Clivia); Tree Fern (Dicksonia); Cast Iron Plant (Aspidistra) |
Provide organically rich, moist, well-drained soil. Shelter from harsh afternoon sun. Mulch to keep roots cool and conserve moisture. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish root system; once established, water as needed to maintain evenly moist soil. Apply an acid fertilizer in early spring. Prune to shape after flowering.
This Plant's Growing Zones: 8-9

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