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How to Grow and Care for Purple Anise

Purple Anise, also known as Stink-Bush, Star-Anise, Florida Anisetree, Aniseed Tree

Purple Anise prefers moist, well-draining soil and partial to full shade, making it suitable for understory plantings. Particularly sensitive to root rot, it's vital to avoid waterlogged conditions. The plant thrives in humid environments, and maintaining consistent soil moisture without overwatering is a crucial care balance to strike for a healthy purple Anise.

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Watering schedule: Every 2 weeks

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Sunlight Requirements: Partial sun

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Planting and Growing Purple Anise

ToughnessHigh
Care LevelLow
LifespanPerennial
Watering ScheduleEvery 2 weeks
Sunlight RequirementsPartial sun
Soil TypeGarden Soil
Soil pH5-6.5
Planting TimeSpring, Fall
Hardiness Zones
7-10
ToxicityToxic to Humans
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Purple Anise is characterized by its thick, elliptic leaves arranged in pseudo-whorls at the tips of its branches. These leaves possess a signature scent reminiscent of anise when bruised. A noteworthy feature of purple Anise is the presence of distinctive purplish flowers with a rather strong odor, and numerous narrow petals. The leaf stems, or petioles, are tinged with reddish-purple, adding to the plant's unique appearance. This shrub is upright and compact, boasting multi-stemmed growth.
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