Fennel Seeds - Florence

BOTANICAL NAME

Foeniculum vulgare

LIFE CYCLE

• Perennial

LIGHT REQUIREMENT

• Full Sun

DAYS TO MATURITY

• 80 to 10 days

GROWTH HABIT

• Upright

COLOR

• White

Grow Heirloom Fennel - Plant Florence Fennel Seeds

Florence Fennel, or finocchio, has a mild anise-like flavor, but is sweeter and more aromatic. The inflated leaf base forms a type of "bulb" and can be eaten as a vegetable - sauteed, stewed, braised, grilled or eaten raw. Fennel seeds are the primary flavor component in Italian sausage and its tender leaves are used for garnishes, added to salads, and to flavor sauces in soups and fish dishes.

This item may be considered invasive in specific areas of the USA. Please check with your local agricultural office for more information. Cannot ship to: WA

• Great flavor that won't over-power
• Grows best when direct sown in full sun
• Popular culinary herb with distinct flavor

PLANTING SEASON

• Spring

SOWING METHOD

• Direct Sow

PLANTING DEPTH

• 1/4 inch

WATER NEEDS

• Average

PLANT SPACING

• 10 to 12 inches

HARDINESS ZONES

• 4
• 5
• 6
• 7
• 8
• 9