Prefers light dry soil. Sow where it is to grow - it doesn't transplant well. The plant has lacey foliage and umbels of small white flowers. The seeds are the part of the plant used and have a mild licorice-like flavor. The tea is expectorant and aromatic. Warm milk flavored with anise and honey makes a relaxing bedtime beverage. Packet(Standard): $3.50; 1/8 oz: $4.50; 1/4 oz: $8.50; 1/2 oz: $16.00; 1 oz: $30.00 - 9,400 seeds/oz