Foeniculum, Fennel 'Florence'
- Sun Preference
- Full-Sun, Part-Sun
- Bloom Time
- Summer
Description
Florence fennel forms a large bulb just above the ground that is eaten as a vegetable. Harvest seeds from the large seed heads to use in cooking, or use the stems and leaves in salads. Fennel is a host plant for the black swallowtail butterfly.
Soak seeds in water for 36 hours prior to planting to improve germination. Plant outdoors in fertile, well-drained soil well after last spring frost date, or in late fall in warm climates. Keep soil consistently moist. Harvest bulbs when they are still tender, about 2-3″ diameter. Harvest seeds in late summer after seed heads have turned brown.
Foeniculum vulgare var. azoricum
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More Information
| Brand | Lake Valley Seed |
|---|---|
| Common Family Name | Fennel |
| Sun Preference | Full-Sun, Part-Sun |
| Deer Resistant | No |
| Bloom Time | Summer |
| Harvest Time | Late Summer, Early Fall |
| Plant Life Cycle | Annual |
| Mature Height (Range) | 13" - 24" |
| Mature Spread (Range) | 12" - 24" |
| Spacing Between Rows | 12" |
| Spacing in Row | 12" |
| Planting Depth | 1/4" |
| Days to Germination | 7-14 |
| Manufacturer Number | 403 |