Liquorice
Details hardy to about -15°c
Common name Liquorice
Botanical name Glycyrrhiza glabra
Family Leguminosae/Fabaceae
Height (m) 0.5
Forest layer rhizosphere
Seeds / nuts / tubers
Edible
Perennial
Nitrogen fixer
Date July 03, 2013
Propagation method Sow pot / tray
Shade / Sun Sun, part shade
Soil type Sandy to Loamy
Colour Purple/Lavender
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Nitrogen fixing plant species suited to temperate climate such as North Canterbury New Zealand
Nitrogen is an essential element for plant growth. Certain plants have a useful ability to capture nitrogen from the atmosphere. This is often achieved through symbiotic relationship with fungi in the root zone. Being able access unlimited nitrogen allows these plants to grow quickly while also making some available to surrounding plants. The practical reality is that including nitrogen fixing plants of various shapes and sizes amongst other productive plantings improves overall health, vigour and fertility,