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This vigorous German variety, known as sweet fennel, is the most potent and flavorful fennel availiable today. Strong sweet licorice flavor. An outstanding cooking herb when used fresh. Traditionally used in medicinal teas to aid in digestion.
start indoors
4-6 weeks before last frost
direct sow
mid-spring to mid-summmer
days to germinate
7-14 days
germination temperature
65-70°F
21-29°C
days to maturity
50-60 days
plant spacing
3-6 inches
plant size
24-36" tall
harvest
Using sharp sheers, snip the stem just above the soil avoiding the center stalk. This methods gives the plant the opportunity to continue producing. Both the leaves and stems can be used for fresh garnishes. Harvest the leaves before the plants begins to flower in the fall, Flavor will intensify as plant matures.
Seeds will be sent in a standard envelope with a stamp so I can provide you with free delivery. Thank you for looking!