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When to Plant Anise in Spring Hill, Florida (34607)

Location

Spring Hill, Florida

ZIP Code

34607

USDA Zone

9b

Last Frost

Tuesday, February 10, 2026

📅 Your 2026 Planting Dates

Direct Sow Outdoors

Tuesday, February 24, 2026

Based on last frost Tuesday, February 10, 2026 · Zone 9b

Pro tip: Sow Anise directly outdoors 2 weeks after your last frost date — it needs warm soil.

🌿 Plant Details

Scientific Name Pimpinella anisum
Days to Maturity 75 days
Mature Height 18-24"
Spread 12"

☀️ Growing Requirements

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Sun

Full Sun (6-8 hours)

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Water

Moderate (1 inch/week)

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Spacing

12" apart

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Planting Depth

0.25" deep

Seeds typically germinate in 7-14 days

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Get your seeds now so they're ready by Tuesday, February 24, 2026.

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🤝 Good Companions

CorianderCarrot

⚠️ Avoid Planting Near

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Full Companion Planting Guide for Anise

See which plants help Anise thrive, which to keep away, and raised bed layout tips →

🛠️ Supplies You'll Need

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🌾 Seed Saving Guide

🟢 Easy
✅ Open-pollinated — seeds grow true to parent

When to Harvest Seed

Harvest seed heads when gray-green to light brown, before they fully dry and shatter.

Processing

Cut seed heads into paper bag, hang dry for 1–2 weeks, then thresh gently.

Seed Viability

Up to 3 years when stored cool, dark, and dry.

Pro Tip

Anise seeds are also a culinary spice — you can save the same seeds you'd use for cooking.

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Raised Bed Planting Guides

A 4×8 bed fits 32 plants of Anise. See plant counts, spacing grids, and companion pairings for every bed size →

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Anise in Spring Hill, Florida? +

In Spring Hill (Zone 9b), direct sow Anise outdoors around Tuesday, February 24, 2026.

What is the last frost date for Spring Hill, Florida? +

The average last spring frost date for Spring Hill, Florida (ZIP 34607) is around Tuesday, February 10, 2026. This is based on NOAA climate normals for USDA Zone 9b.

How long does Anise take to grow? +

Anise typically matures in about 75 days from direct sowing. In Spring Hill, that means you can expect harvest around Tuesday, February 24, 2026 plus 75 days.

Should I start Anise indoors or direct sow in Florida? +

Anise does best when direct sown outdoors. In Spring Hill, sow directly around Tuesday, February 24, 2026.

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Growing Anise in Zone 9b

Anise (Pimpinella anisum) is a popular garden vegetable. In Spring Hill, Florida, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 9b, you should direct sow seeds around Tuesday, February 24, 2026.

Your average last frost date is Tuesday, February 10, 2026. Anise grows well when direct sown, as it doesn't transplant well or germinates quickly outdoors.