About
Myrrhis odorata, sweet cicely, is an erect, aniseed-scented, herbaceous perennial with lime-green, two- to three-pinnate leaves and white flowers in umbels, followed by ribbed, spindle-shaped, aniseed-flavoured fruits. A beautiful, aromatic and useful culinary herb for a shaded or part-shaded border.
About the genus
Myrrhis odorata, sweet cicely, is an aromatic, herbaceous perennial with fern-like, aniseed-scented leaves and umbels of small, white flowers in early summer, followed by aniseed-flavoured fruits.
Plant details
Suggested usesBorders, containers, mixed plantings.
Care notes
CultivationPlant in well-drained soil. Water during establishment.
PruningRemove dead growth as needed.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.