10 Seeds Myrrhis odorata Sweet Cicely Anise Herb Perennial Shade Tolerant

Sweet Cicely, Myrrhis odorata, is an elegant perennial herb prized for its delicate, fern-like foliage and mild aniseed aroma. This charming plant adds soft texture to garden borders and attracts beneficial pollinators with its airy clusters of white flowers in early summer, making it a lovely ornamental choice for shaded or partially shaded spots.
Sweet Cicely is versatile in the kitchen, where its fresh leaves and unripe seeds offer a sweet, anise-like flavor that complements salads, fish, and desserts, and its roots can be cooked as a vegetable. This hardy herb forms a clump and self-seeds gently, thriving in cool, moist conditions as a low-maintenance addition to herb gardens or woodland edges. For best results, sow seeds outdoors in fall or early spring, as they prefer cold stratification to germinate reliably.
Species: Myrrhis odorata
Variety: Sweet Cicely
Type: Perennial Herb
Plant_Habit: Clump-forming
Sun: Partial Shade to Full Shade
Soil: Moist, well-draining, humus-rich
Days_to_Harvest: 90-120 days
Zones: 4-9
Germination: 14-30 days; requires cold stratification
Sowing: Sow seeds outdoors in fall or early spring; cover lightly with soil
Spacing: 18-24 inches apart
Notes: Self-seeds readily; prefers cooler climates