Florence Fennel Seeds
- HOW TO GROW
- FAST FACTS
- REVIEWS
HOW TO GROW
Sowing: Start Florence fennel seeds indoors about a month before the last frost, planting them in peat pots 1/4" deep; keep the temperature around 65-75 degrees F for best germination. Fennel can also be direct sown as soon as the soil temperature reaches 65 degrees F. Space the seedlings or seeds about 12" apart in fertile, well drained soil and full sun. Transplant the seedlings carefully, since shock may cause them to bolt. Fennel must be planted away from other garden plants, since it tends to have a negative effect on their growth.
Growing: Keep the plants consistently moist. A layer of mulch will help conserve moisture, while controlling weeds and blanching the tender fennel bulb.
Harvesting: The leaves and stalks can be harvested whenever they reach a desirable size. Harvest lightly at first to prevent stunting the growth of the bulb. The bulb has the best flavor and tenderness at a diameter of 4". When it reaches this size, harvest the entire plant. For best freshness and flavor, fennel should be used within 2 days after harvesting. To collect the seed, gather the seed heads individually when the seed begins to ripen to a light brown. Spread them out to dry, then rub them gently to separate the seed from the stalks; store the seed in an airtight container.
Seed Saving: Allow the flowering heads to mature and develop seeds. Remove them individually when they begin to ripen to a light brown, watching them carefully since they easily drop their seed. Spread out the heads to dry out of direct sunlight, then rub them gently to separate the seed from the stalks. Store Foeniculum Vulgare seeds in an airtight container in a cool, dry place.
FAST FACTS
Common Names: Finocchio
Latin Name: Foeniculum vulgare
Species Origin: Mediterranean
Type: Open Pollinated, Heirloom, Cool Season|Warm Season
Life Cycle: Annual, Biennial, Tender Perennial
USDA Zones: 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Seeds per Ounce: 10,000
Planting Method: Direct Sow
Sunlight: Full Sun
Height: 48 Inches
Color: Yellow, Green
Bloom Season: Blooms Early Summer, Blooms Late Summer
Uses: Attracts Butterflies, Aromatic, Deer Resistant
Awesome
Love the Gold Vault packaging for longer seed viability. I'll be checking you out again for future needs.
Seed Purchase
I'm very happy with the speed of delivery and the information on the packet. Check back next spring and I'll be able to report on the flowers.
Great buy!
Fennel is an important herb on my little urban farm. The chickens love it, and it helps with egg production. Fennel is hard to get. I'm so glad I found Everwilde Farms. Their seeds come in foil packets, you have the option of going organic, the quantities are much bigger than farm stores', and the order was received very quickly! So glad I found Everwilde Farms for all my seed needs!
Good seeds
I have ordered these seeds several times and will order again. Thank you for providing good seeds and great prices!
DESCRIPTION
HOW TO GROW
Sowing: Start Florence fennel seeds indoors about a month before the last frost, planting them in peat pots 1/4" deep; keep the temperature around 65-75 degrees F for best germination. Fennel can also be direct sown as soon as the soil temperature reaches 65 degrees F. Space the seedlings or seeds about 12" apart in fertile, well drained soil and full sun. Transplant the seedlings carefully, since shock may cause them to bolt. Fennel must be planted away from other garden plants, since it tends to have a negative effect on their growth.
Growing: Keep the plants consistently moist. A layer of mulch will help conserve moisture, while controlling weeds and blanching the tender fennel bulb.
Harvesting: The leaves and stalks can be harvested whenever they reach a desirable size. Harvest lightly at first to prevent stunting the growth of the bulb. The bulb has the best flavor and tenderness at a diameter of 4". When it reaches this size, harvest the entire plant. For best freshness and flavor, fennel should be used within 2 days after harvesting. To collect the seed, gather the seed heads individually when the seed begins to ripen to a light brown. Spread them out to dry, then rub them gently to separate the seed from the stalks; store the seed in an airtight container.
Seed Saving: Allow the flowering heads to mature and develop seeds. Remove them individually when they begin to ripen to a light brown, watching them carefully since they easily drop their seed. Spread out the heads to dry out of direct sunlight, then rub them gently to separate the seed from the stalks. Store Foeniculum Vulgare seeds in an airtight container in a cool, dry place.
FAST FACTS
Common Names: Finocchio
Latin Name: Foeniculum vulgare
Species Origin: Mediterranean
Type: Open Pollinated, Heirloom, Cool Season|Warm Season
Life Cycle: Annual, Biennial, Tender Perennial
USDA Zones: 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Seeds per Ounce: 10,000
Planting Method: Direct Sow
Sunlight: Full Sun
Height: 48 Inches
Color: Yellow, Green
Bloom Season: Blooms Early Summer, Blooms Late Summer
Uses: Attracts Butterflies, Aromatic, Deer Resistant
Reviews
Review
Awesome
Love the Gold Vault packaging for longer seed viability. I'll be checking you out again for future needs.
Review
Seed Purchase
I'm very happy with the speed of delivery and the information on the packet. Check back next spring and I'll be able to report on the flowers.
Review
Great buy!
Fennel is an important herb on my little urban farm. The chickens love it, and it helps with egg production. Fennel is hard to get. I'm so glad I found Everwilde Farms. Their seeds come in foil packets, you have the option of going organic, the quantities are much bigger than farm stores', and the order was received very quickly! So glad I found Everwilde Farms for all my seed needs!
Review
Good seeds
I have ordered these seeds several times and will order again. Thank you for providing good seeds and great prices!