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Foeniculum Vulgare (Sweet Fennel)

Foeniculum Vulgare (Sweet Fennel)

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Foeniculum Vulgare (Sweet Fennel) is a highly aromatic, upright perennial herb valued for its feathery, dill-like foliage and distinctive aniseed flavour. Its finely divided green leaves create a soft, ornamental texture in the garden, while tall stems produce elegant yellow flower umbels that attract bees, butterflies, and beneficial insects. Both the foliage and seeds are widely used in culinary applications, adding depth to salads, fish dishes, teas, and baked goods, making Sweet Fennel a versatile addition to any edible garden.

Easy to grow and highly productive, Sweet Fennel thrives in sunny positions with well-drained soil and develops into a striking architectural plant in herb beds and mixed plantings. Its tall, airy structure makes it ideal as a feature herb or background planting, while also providing continuous harvests throughout the growing season. Hardy and low maintenance, Foeniculum Vulgare is an excellent choice for gardeners seeking a dual-purpose plant that combines ornamental beauty with exceptional culinary value.

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Mature height

1.2m – 2.0m

Mature width

30cm – 60cm

Spacing

40cm – 60cm apart

Evergreen/Deciduous

Perennial Herb (often grown as annual in cooler climates)

Foliage

Fine, feathery, bright green aromatic foliage with a strong aniseed scent

Flowering Period & Fruit Development/Harvest

Produces large yellow umbel flowers in summer, followed by aromatic seed heads harvested from late summer to autumn

Sun tolerance

Prefers full sun

Maintenance

Low maintenance; benefits from regular watering during establishment and removal of flower stems if leaf production is preferred

Root System

Deep taproot system, dislikes transplanting once established and prefers direct sowing in well-drained soil