Illicium parviflorum ~ Monrovia® Ocala Anise, Yellow Anise Size:15 GALLON Mulch to keep roots cool

Mulch to keep roots cool and conserve moisture

the foliage turns a stunning golden yellow

Pivoine FR 2008

The flowers are the main highlight of this cultivar

Illicium parviflorum ~ Monrovia® Ocala Anise, Yellow Anise Size:15 GALLON Mulch to keep roots coolMonrovia Yellow Anise is a large dense upright native evergreen shrub with aromatic foliage that emerges soft yellow green and matures to olive green. The late spring flowers yellow green are insignificant but are followed by the non edible star shaped seed capsules that have a licorice scent DO NOT INGEST! The plant is not a substitute for the culinary spice and flavorings obtained from Illicium verum. Grows best in rich, moist well drained soils.