Scorpio Anise Shrub - Illicium 'NCIH1' Scorpio™ Size:2 Gallon berries persist on the branches

berries persist on the branches long into the winter months

producing clusters of fragrant lavender blooms that weep gracefully downwards

and be prepared to applause

Wildlife Value: Flowers support bees

Introduced by Washington Park Arboretum in Seattle

Scorpio Anise Shrub - Illicium 'NCIH1' Scorpio™ Size:2 Gallon berries persist on the branchesBroadleaf evergreen plants are always in vogue, but native options tend to be limited. Enter Anise Shrub! This plant boasts glossy, lance shaped leaves that release a delightfully spicy, anise like fragrance when crushed, adding a sensory element to its appeal. In spring, the dark green foliage is complemented by unique maroon to burgundy flowers resembling multi point stars. As the flowers fade, similarly star shaped pods take their place, sitting