📍 Agate, ND · Zone 3b · Last frost Wednesday, May 20, 2026
✏️ ChangeWhen to Plant Anise in Agate, North Dakota (58310)
Location
Agate, North Dakota
ZIP Code
58310
USDA Zone
3b
Last Frost
Wednesday, May 20, 2026
📅 Your 2026 Planting Dates
Direct Sow Outdoors
Wednesday, June 3, 2026
Based on last frost Wednesday, May 20, 2026 · Zone 3b
Pro tip: Sow Anise directly outdoors 2 weeks after your last frost date — it needs warm soil.
🌿 Plant Details
☀️ 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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Full Companion Planting Guide for Anise
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🛠️ Supplies You'll Need
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🌾 Seed Saving Guide
🟢 EasyWhen 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.
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 Agate, North Dakota? +
In Agate (Zone 3b), direct sow Anise outdoors around Wednesday, June 3, 2026.
What is the last frost date for Agate, North Dakota? +
The average last spring frost date for Agate, North Dakota (ZIP 58310) is around Wednesday, May 20, 2026. This is based on NOAA climate normals for USDA Zone 3b.
How long does Anise take to grow? +
Anise typically matures in about 75 days from direct sowing. In Agate, that means you can expect harvest around Wednesday, June 3, 2026 plus 75 days.
Should I start Anise indoors or direct sow in North Dakota? +
Anise does best when direct sown outdoors. In Agate, sow directly around Wednesday, June 3, 2026.
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Growing Anise in Zone 3b
Anise (Pimpinella anisum) is a popular garden vegetable. In Agate, North Dakota, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 3b, you should direct sow seeds around Wednesday, June 3, 2026.
Your average last frost date is Wednesday, May 20, 2026. Anise grows well when direct sown, as it doesn't transplant well or germinates quickly outdoors.