Sweet Cicely

Description
Sweet Cicely (Myrrhis odorata) is a European perennial carrot family plant that produces fern-like licorice-fennel flavored foliage. Leaves are edible and make a really wonderful tea. Also known as Garden Myrrh or Sweet Chervil.

Seeds have a long germination period and require cold stratification. Expect six weeks for germination and approximately 120 days and beyond for harvestable foliage. Mature plants can be propagated by root divisions.

Specifications
Common Name:Sweet Cicely
Scientific Name:Myrrhis odorata
Description:Perennial carrot family plant with strongly flavored licorice-anise foliage. Also called Garden Myrrh.
Plant Lifespan:Perennial
Cold Hardiness (F):Zone 3a (-40 to -35)
Light Requirements:Full Sun (min. 6 hours a day)
Seed In:Mid-Winter
Seeding Depth:1/2 in.
Days to Sprout:6-8 weeks
Optimal Soil Temperature (F):4-6 Week Cold Stratification Period + 65-75F
Plant Spacing:18-4 in.
Plant Height:2 ft.
Average Days from Seed to Harvest:120