(aka Anise Hyssop) Masses of purple flower spikes sit atop lush deep-green foliage. Leaves emit a potent licorice scent when crushed and can be used as a flavoring for cooking and for tea. Makes an excellent cut flower. Plants grow 1-3' tall. Acts as a biennial and self-sows readily on open ground. Hardy to zone 4.
Self-seeding, biennial/perennial
Hardy to zone 4
Plants grow to 1-3 feet
Purple flowers and leaves that smell of licorice
