Licorice
Description
Ancient medicinal plant, native to Europe and Asia, is renown for its anti-inflammatory, anti-fatigue and confectionary properties. Known to be 50 times sweeter than cane sugar, the root (which sends out horizontal runners) is harvested and dried after two years growth. 1 to 5g of dried licorice root makes a refreshing cup of tea. Matures second season from transplant.
Maturity second season from transplant.
4803
Glycyrrhiza glabra
Information
| OPTIMUM SOIL TEMP FOR GERMINATION | DAYS TO GERMINATION | DISTANCE APART TO PLANT SEEDLINGS | PREFERRED GROWING PERIOD | WHEN TO SOW | NUMBER OF SEEDS PER PACKET | PREFERRED GROWING METHOD | BEST USE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18-24 | 14-21 |
100cm
|
60cm
|
2.3 | 40 |
Transplant
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Culinary/Medicinal
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