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Illicium parviflorum 'Forest Green' - Forest Green Anise

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Illicium parviflorum 'Forest Green' is more than just an ornamental plant; it’s a year-round piece of living art for your garden. This robust, evergreen shrub, more commonly known as the Forest Green Anise, seamlessly blends beauty with practicality. Featuring lush, glossy dark green leaves and delightfully aromatic, petite yellow flowers that flourish from late-spring to early-summer, it serves as a captivating visual treat that's appealing in any landscape. Native to the Southeastern United States, it can grow up to 6 to 8 feet in both height and width, providing substantial coverage for any outdoor space. Particularly noted for its adaptability, the Forest Green Anise thrives in a variety of well-drained soils and can prosper in anything from full to partial shade. It requires low to moderate water usage, making it a low-maintenance yet stunning addition to any garden. Plus, with its natural resistance to deer, this selection will remain vibrant and intact for your continued enjoyment. Unfold its beauty in your garden and appreciate its delightful spice-like aroma permeating your surroundings. With Forest Green Anise, you're not just planting a shrub, you're creating a charming, sensory experience right in your own outdoor sanctuary.

  • Size: Up to 6 to 8 feet tall and wide
  • Flowers: Aromatic, petite yellow flowers
  • Foliage: Glossy, dark green leaves
  • Water usage: Low to moderate
  • Sun exposure: Full to partial shade
  • Deer resistant: Known to naturally repel deer
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