Description

Best Grown: Outdoors or in containers, loves sunny spots
Sowing Time: March–May
Plant Out: May–June, once seedlings are sturdy and frost risk has passed
Harvest Time: July–October (approx. 10–12 weeks from sowing)
Spacing: Thin seedlings or plant 25–30 cm apart in rows 30 cm apart
Height: Grows approx. 60–90 cm tall
Difficulty: Easy

Why grow it?

• Beautiful tall spikes of purple flowers
• Leaves have a refreshing mint-anise flavour
• Excellent in teas, salads, and Asian dishes
• Attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators
• Lovely ornamental addition to gardens and borders

How to grow: Sow indoors March–May or direct outdoors after frost risk has passed. Sow thinly, lightly cover with soil, and keep moist. Transplant seedlings 25–30 cm apart. Prefers well-drained soil and plenty of sun. Harvest leaves as needed throughout summer.

Cooking / usage ideas: Use leaves fresh in herbal teas, salads, or Asian-inspired dishes. Flowers are also edible and beautiful as garnishes.

Seeds per pack: Not specified

Seeds saved by: Jane, from plants grown from Real Seeds seeds.