Fennel, Green – Foeniculum vulgare is a beautiful plant with frothy green foliage and lemon yellow flowers in large umbels in summer. Hoverflies and other pollinators love the flowers too!
Prefers a well drained, fertile soil in a sunny position.
Green Fennel is a great culinary herb to grow. It has a stronger flavour in comparison to Bronze Fennel. The leaves are a tasty addition for many recipes, in particular fish dishes. Use seeds in pickles or as a tea.
The fronds are particularly attractive in flower arrangements, soak prior to use.
Medicinally known to aid digestion and prevent heartburn.
£2.40 – £5.90
This plant is grown in a 4″ (10cm) pot. It is ready to be placed (weather permitting) into it’s final position. You will receive an instruction label which gives you further cultural instructions.
Note: If the Plant is in season but not in stock it may be available in small quantities. please contact us for stock. Read more on availability here
| Weight | .5 kg |
|---|---|
| Height | above 5 Foot |
| Life Cycle | Perennial |
| Colour | Yellow, Orange, Red |
| Ideal for Bee & Butterfly | No |
| Medicinal | Medicinal |
| Planting Position | Full Sun |
| Herbs for Tea | No |
| Ideal for Tubs & Containers | No |
| Culinary Herbs | Drinks, Fish, Soups |
| Scented | Aniseed |
| Herb Group | Other |
| A-Z | F |
| Width / Spread | 1-2 feet |
| Pot Size | 1.5 Litre potted plant, 10cm (pot width) plant |
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