What Is This Tree?

Question

I need to know how big it will get and if I need to take it down for being too close to the house.

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Answer 1

It may be an anise tree. Depending on the variety it may only get 8 feet tall. A star anise gets much taller. Yours looks very shrubby, rather than like a tree. I also considered a cherry laurel or bay laurel. You might want to visit with your local cooperative extension or local nursery for their evaluation. Here is more info:

https://gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl.edu/plants/trees-and-shrubs/shrubs/star-anise-shrubs.html

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/star-anise/growing-star-anise.htm

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/info/what-is-extension-service.htm