The Liquorice plant is a herb with an extensive root system.  It’s a low-maintenance shrub or ground cover that fruits in Autumn 3-4 years after planting.  It is often used in hanging baskets as a decorative plant or planted in containers and used indoors.

It has woody stalks that produce loose leaves and grows clusters of pale blue to violet pea-like flowers.  Suitable for rocky areas and can be used for erosion control.

• Tolerates temperatures ranging between 15-30 °C
• Estimated height: 90cm
• Estimated width: 60cm
• Planting distance: 45-90cm
• Drought tolerant

Cultivars: Icicles, Lemon Licorice, Petite Licorice, Silver Mist.

Pollen compatibility: Self-pollinating.

Water requirements: Water moderately.

Fun facts: The roots of organic licorice may help scalp infections, prevent hair loss and even increase hair growth.