Licorice-tasting bulbous stems are eaten raw in salads or as a cooked vegetable. Pile soil halfway around the bulb when it is 5 cm (2") across. Cut off flower head before it blooms to encourage a larger bulb. Use fresh or freeze for winter use.
SKU: 142208
Growing Information
Grows Best In:
Full Sun
Days to Germination:
7 to 14 days
Water Needs:
Average 2.5-5 cm (1-2") per week
Days to Maturity:
80 days
Key Features
Plant Type: Herb
Botanical Name: Foeniculum vulgare
Fill Weight (grams): 0.35
Approximate Seed Count: 75-85
Seed Type: Open Pollinated
Water Needs: Average 2.5-5 cm (1-2") per week
Flavor: Similar to anise in flavor
Preparation Ideas: Use to flavour fish, meat and vegetable dishes.
Instructions
Sow seed directly in the garden once all danger of frost has passed.