Enjoy both the leaves and the root of this sweet anise-flavored plant. Add a licorice flavor to many dishes or enjoy the flavor raw! After the danger of frost is past plant seeds 1/8 deep in prepared soil. Thin to 10" apart. As plants grow be sure to keep the bulb covered to keep it white. Prefers humus-rich soil. 
 
SEED INFORMATION: 
Lifecycle: annual (vegetable) 
Time to Maturity: about 3 & 1/2 months 
Sun Requirement: sun 
Spacing: 10" apart 
Depth: 1/8 inch 
Packet Weight: 1.4g 
Seeds/Oz: 7000 
Ideal Germination Temperature: 65F 
Sowing Method: Direct