Foeniculum vulgare

Also called Sabbath day posy

Grown for its anise-flavoured foliage and seeds
Flat-topped clusters of small, yellow flowers
Seeds ripen in early fall
Soft, airy, finely cut, yellow-green foliage
Resembles a large dill plant
Bloom Time: Summer

ZONE:
6

COLOUR:
Yellow

HEIGHT:
150-175 cm

SPREAD:
50-60 cm

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Growing and Maintenance Tips:

Grows best in an average to moist, well-drained soil, in full sun. This is a tall herb so plant in a protected spot, sheltered from the wind. Start plants indoors in early spring and plant out when frost is no longer a risk. Hardy to Zone 6, so established plants may need some winter protection. Leaves can be harvested throughout the summer and added to fresh salads. Seeds are also harvested for use in bread, soups or pasta dishes.

Additional Notes about Fennel:

Foeniculum vulgare is native to southern Europe and the Mediterranean region.

Characteristics & Attributes

Full Sun

Fast

Edible

SOIL MOISTURE:
Well-drained
Moist to Average

FLOWERING TIME:
Summer

HABIT:
Clumping
Upright

FOLIAGE COLOR:
Green

LANDSCAPE USES:
Herbal/edible garden