{"product_id":"🌿-sunshine-anise-illicium-parviflorum-sunshine","title":"Hardy Anise \/ Yellow Anise – 3 Gallon","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIllicium parviflorum\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCreate a lush, evergreen backdrop in shaded Southern landscapes with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIllicium parviflorum\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, commonly called Hardy Anise, Yellow Anise, or Small Anise Tree. This large, dense evergreen shrub is especially valuable for screening, privacy, woodland gardens, and shady foundation areas where many traditional shrubs struggle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts glossy olive-green foliage gives off a distinctive \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eanise or licorice-like fragrance when brushed or crushed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, adding another layer of interest to the garden. Native to Florida, this durable shrub is well adapted to heat, humidity, shade, and the conditions found throughout much of the Southeast.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant at a Glance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIllicium parviflorum\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Hardy Anise, Yellow Anise, Ocala Anise, Small Anise Tree\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eContainer Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3 Gallon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Large evergreen shrub or small tree\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnnual or Perennial:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePerennial\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvergreen or Deciduous:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvergreen\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUSDA Hardiness Zones:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e6–9\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMature Height:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e15–20 feet tall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMature Width:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e10–15 feet wide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Dense, upright, rounded to pyramidal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Moderate to vigorous\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePart shade to full shade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater Needs:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Moderate; prefers consistently moist soil while establishing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Olive to deep green, aromatic\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlowers:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Yes — small yellow to yellow-green flowers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBloom Season:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Typically \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMay through June \/ early summer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlower Color:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Yellow to yellow-green\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDeer Resistance:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVery good\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecial Features:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Evergreen, fragrant foliage, shade tolerant, native Southeastern character, useful for screening\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNC State Extension describes the species as a large, dense evergreen that can reach about \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e15–20 feet tall and 10–15 feet wide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, with best performance in partial to full shade.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy We Love Illicium parviflorum\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is one of our favorite plants for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003elarge shaded areas where you need height, privacy, and dependable evergreen foliage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMany screening shrubs prefer full sun, but Illicium thrives in the kind of filtered light and shade often found beneath large oaks, along wooded property lines, and on the north or east side of a home.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts foliage also has a beautiful sensory quality. Brush the leaves and you'll notice the characteristic anise-like fragrance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSunlight Requirements\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIllicium parviflorum prefers:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePart shade to full shade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIdeal conditions include:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDappled sunlight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFiltered woodland light\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMorning sun with afternoon shade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBright shade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt can tolerate very shaded locations and is particularly useful where other evergreen screening shrubs become thin or stressed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWright’s Market Recommendation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor southeast Georgia, this is an excellent choice for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eshaded and partially shaded landscape areas\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvoid putting it in an exposed location with intense all-day afternoon sun when a cooler, more protected site is available.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWatering\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImmediately After Planting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater deeply after planting so the entire root ball and surrounding soil are thoroughly moistened.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFirst Growing Season\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater deeply approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1–2 times per week\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, depending on rainfall, temperature, and soil conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDuring hot or dry weather, newly planted 3-gallon shrubs may require additional watering.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOnce Established\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIllicium parviflorum becomes \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003emoderately drought tolerant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, but it performs best with consistent moisture and prefers soil that stays moist without remaining constantly waterlogged.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater deeply during prolonged periods of drought.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFertilization\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFertilize in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eearly spring\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e as new growth begins.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse a balanced, slow-release shrub and tree fertilizer according to label directions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn acid-loving plant fertilizer can also be used where appropriate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor established plants growing vigorously in rich soil, heavy fertilization is usually unnecessary.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvoid excessive nitrogen, which can encourage overly soft, rapid growth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlanting Instructions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col start=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater the plant thoroughly before planting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChoose a location with part shade to full shade and adequate room for its mature size.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eDig a hole approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003etwice as wide as the root ball\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, but no deeper.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCarefully remove the plant from its 3-gallon container.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLoosen any tightly circling roots.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePosition the root ball so the top sits level with or slightly above the surrounding soil.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBackfill with the existing soil.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater deeply to settle the soil and remove air pockets.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eApply approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2 inches of pine straw or mulch\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeep mulch pulled away from the main stems.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIllicium is quite adaptable and can grow in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eclay, loam, or sandy soils\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, but it prefers soil that is:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMoist\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWell drained\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRich in organic matter when possible\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt can also tolerate occasional wet conditions better than many common landscape shrubs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePruning \u0026amp; Maintenance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIllicium parviflorum is considered a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003elow-maintenance shrub\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBecause it can become quite large, proper placement is more important than frequent pruning.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBest Time to Prune\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrune in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003elate winter or early spring\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e if size control or shaping is needed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLight pruning can also be done after flowering.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor a privacy screen, allow the plant to develop its natural dense habit rather than continually shearing it into a tight shape.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt may also sucker over time and form a broader colony if left undisturbed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoes Illicium parviflorum Flower?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt produces small, nodding \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eyellow to yellow-green flowers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, usually in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003elate spring to early summer, often around May and June\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe flowers are subtle rather than showy, and the plant is grown primarily for its:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvergreen foliage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShade tolerance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFragrance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLarge screening habit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvergreen or Deciduous?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvergreen.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIllicium parviflorum keeps its foliage throughout the year and does not typically develop a fall color change.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThat makes it especially valuable for year-round screening and permanent structure in shaded landscapes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZone 9 \/ Coastal Georgia Performance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIllicium parviflorum is exceptionally well suited to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZone 8b\/9a and southeast Georgia\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts natural adaptability to the Southeast makes it a strong choice for:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeat and humidity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWoodland settings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShaded landscapes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMoist soils\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCoastal and inland Southern gardens\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNC State lists it as hardy through \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZone 9b\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and suitable across coastal regions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLandscape Uses\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIllicium parviflorum is excellent for:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrivacy screens\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShaded hedges\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWoodland gardens\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProperty lines\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLarge foundation areas\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBack-of-border planting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNaturalized landscapes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRain gardens\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWinter gardens\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShaded fence screening\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLarge evergreen backdrops\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBecause this plant can become \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e15–20 feet tall and 10–15 feet wide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, it should be given plenty of room.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpacing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor individual plants, allow approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e10–15 feet of mature width\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor a privacy screen, plants can be spaced more closely depending on how quickly you want them to grow together.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWright’s Market Tip\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo not treat Illicium parviflorum like a small foundation shrub.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is best positioned toward the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eback of a landscape bed, along a property line, or anywhere a substantial evergreen screen is needed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne of the biggest advantages of Illicium parviflorum is its excellent deer resistance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNC State Extension notes that it is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eparticularly resistant to deer damage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis makes it especially useful in wooded or rural landscapes where deer browsing is a concern.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeautiful Plant Pairings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePair Illicium parviflorum with:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlowering Shrubs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCamellias\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGardenias\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEncore® Azaleas\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHydrangeas\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvergreen Structure\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVintage Jade Distylium\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoft Touch Holly\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePodocarpus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBoxwood\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShade-Loving Texture\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFerns\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFarfugium\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCarex\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLiriope\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAucuba\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWright’s Market Designer Combination\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTry:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIllicium parviflorum + white camellias + Farfugium + Carex + ferns\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis creates a lush, layered Southern shade garden with varying shades of green, year-round structure, and seasonal flowers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImportant Safety Note\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlthough the foliage has an anise-like fragrance, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIllicium parviflorum is not the culinary star anise used as a spice and should not be eaten\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNC State notes that the plant can be poisonous if ingested and specifically warns that it is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003enot a substitute for edible star anise\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy Wright’s Market Loves It\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe love \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIllicium parviflorum\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e because it solves a landscape problem that can be difficult in the South: finding a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003elarge, attractive evergreen screen for shade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt gives you:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYear-round foliage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLarge mature size\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent shade tolerance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFragrant leaves\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStrong deer resistance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLow maintenance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent performance in Southern climates\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor woodland landscapes, shaded property lines, and large areas beneath mature trees, this is an exceptionally useful plant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWright’s Market Plant Tip\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGive this one room to grow.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlthough a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3-gallon Illicium\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e may look modest at planting time, it can eventually become a substantial \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e15–20-foot evergreen shrub or small tree\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Place it where that mature size will become an asset instead of something you'll constantly need to prune.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Plant height, fullness, foliage, flowering, and overall appearance vary by season and growing conditions. 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