| Common Name | Fennel |
|---|---|
| Family | Apiaceae |
| Latin Name | Foeniculum vulgare |
| Top Category | Annual |
| Bloom Season | Summer |
| Color | Yellow |
| Flavor Profile | Fresh, Licorice, Sweet |
| Growing Conditions | Drought Tolerant, Heat Tolerant, Outdoor |
| Growth Habit | Tall, Upright |
| Harvest Advantages | Dried, Fresh Eating |
| Life Cycle | Annual |
| Plant Attributes | Attracts Bees, Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Pollinators, Easy to Grow and Maintain, Edible, Fast Growing |
| Plant Height | 36" - 60" |
| Plant Resistance | Deer |
| Plant Spread | 18" - 36" |
| Planting Season | Spring |
| Seed Type | Heirloom, Open-Pollinated |
| Use | Culinary, Medicinal |
| Germination Days | 10-15 days |
| Germination Lighting | No |
| Germination Info | Lightly Cover Seed |
| Soil Temperature | 65° |
Bronze Cloud
Fennel
Very decorative, bronze, lacy foliage. Accent plant, resembles dill, may be used medicinally. Use the leaves to compliment yogurt, fish, cheese spreads, salads. Use the seeds in meat dishes, whole wheat breads, etc. Snip the flower heads into fruit salads for a new twist in flavor. Flavor is reminiscent of licorice or anise seed.
$2.70
| Days to Maturity | 60 days |
|---|---|
| Light Requirement | Full Sun |
| Plant Spacing | 4" - 6" |
| Planting Depth | 1/4” |
| Row Spacing | 3' - 4' |
| Sowing Method | Direct Sow, Start Indoors |
| Water Needs | Average |
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