The anise herb is known as the true taste of licorice. It is used in the making of many different and tasty liqueurs. The French pastis. the Greek ouzo, the Turkish raki, sambuca, absinthe all can attribute their distinct taste to the sweet and fragrant bouquet of Anise.
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Herb – Angelica
Angelica is also known as the Holy Ghost plant. It is a robust biennial or short-lived perennial plant and can grow to 6 feet in damp woodlands. It produces large leaves followed by tall hollow stems bearing heads of greenish white flowers in mid summer.
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The best place to start when planning to grow your own herbs is with a tiny sunny spot near your house. This creates a two fold benefit. Firstly, you’ll smell their special aroma every time you pass them and secondly they are accessible so you can run outside and grab some anytime you need them.
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