Licorice Seeds - Herbaceous Perennial Legume (Glycyrrhiza glabra) * Glycyrrhiza glabra is commonly known as Licorice Plant. * Native to southern Europe and various parts of Asia * Green oval leaves with purple white flowers * Roots are used to add flavor to beer and drinks; adds sweetness and acts as a bronchodilator when added to tobacco * Dried and chewed as a mouth freshener * Sweetness is 30-50x stronger than sucrose without causing damage to teeth * Dried root sticks are a traditional sweet treat in many countries * Used in herbal remedies to boost immunity, ease respiratory congestion, and reduce chronic fatigue. The dried roots are also available in my shop, when stock is plentiful. OTHER QUANTITIES OF THESE SEEDS: www.ebay.com/itm/124199750662 ALL SEEDS AVAILABLE: www.ebay.com/str/trifectabotanicals/Planting-Seeds/_i.html?store_cat=40687257012 Life Cycle: Perennial Height: 3-5 ft Max Width: 12-18 in USDA Zone: 6-11 Light: Full Sun / Partial Sun Harvest: 2 years (roots) GROWING RECOMMENDATIONS: 1. Soak seeds in warm water for 24 hours. 2. Sow 1/4? deep in small pots with moistened seed-starting mix. Place in warm indirect sunlight, keeping moist. Germination will occur in 1-3 weeks. Some seeds will sprout all at once; others may take longer to break dormancy. Be patient and don't discard seeds prematurely! :) 3. Transplant 4? tall seedlings 24? apart after last frost. Choose a spot with full sun during the day protect young plants during the first few winters. *** Glycyrrhiza glabra plants have long roots, so make sure they have plenty of room to spread. *** Harvest in the fall, 2 or 3 years after planting. Germination: 85% HAPPY PLANTING! PACKAGING SHIPPING Your order will be safely wrapped, and shipped USPS First-Class Package within 1-3 business days of payment. A tracking number will be automatically provided when the shipping label has been printed. CUSTOMER SATISFACTION IS MY #1 PRIORITY! Contact me openly with any questions/concerns, and I usually reply within 24 hours. I like to enjoy time with my family animals on the weekends, but I do my best to keep in contact with my wonderful customers. :) *** Most herbs/flowers are grown organically here on our farm in South Carolina. The only fertilizer used (tilled incorporated between grow seasons) is all-natural aged compost... and we don't let chemical pesticides ever touch our soil. *** I am not a doctor-- just someone who studies natural healing and therapeutic methods. The literature here is for educational purposes only, and is not meant to replace the diagnosis or treatment of medical professionals. The information in this listing is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. *** Please do your own research and learn any precautions associated with any of the natural herbs. FOLLOW US SEND US A SHOUT --- #trifectabotanicals FB / Insta / Pin web - trifectabotanicals.com