Bronze Fennel

This non-bulbing fennel (Foeniculum vulgare) is grown for its for its beautiful foliage, which matures from black to bronze and produces showy flowers. The anise/licorice flavored foliage can be used for cooking or teas, and so can the slightly immature seeds. Easy to grow with low fertility and water requirements.

60 days to leaf. 120 days to seed. Perennial.

Seeds are certified organic.

Size: Packet: 100 seeds (0.22 gram), OG

This non-bulbing fennel (Foeniculum vulgare) is grown for its for its beautiful foliage, which matures from black to bronze and produces showy flowers. The anise/licorice flavored foliage can be used for cooking or teas, and so can the slightly immature seeds. Easy to grow with low fertility and water requirements.

60 days to leaf. 120 days to seed. Perennial.
Seeds are certified organic.

Common Name:
Bronze Fennel
Scientific Name:
Foeniculum vulgare
Description:
A culinary leaf fennel with black gray foliage that matures to a beautiful copper bronze.
Plant Lifespan:
Perennial
Cold Hardiness (F):
Zone 9b (25 to 30)
Light Requirements:
Full Sun (min. 6 hours a day)
Seed In:
Spring-Fall
Seeding Depth:
1/8 in.
Days to Sprout:
5-10
Optimal Soil Temperature (F):
65-70
Plant Spacing:
18-24 in.
Average Days from Seed to Harvest:
60

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