Where to grow

- Florence fennel will appreciate well-draining soil. If the soil is waterlogged it can cause the base to rot.

- It can be a hungry plant so make sure the soil is rich and fertile, and for the best growth grow in slightly sandy soil

- Florence Fennel can be slightly challenging to grow so don’t be disheartened if it fails on your first attempt.

 

Sowing

- If starting from seed sow during March or April sow indoors at 15*C

- Once the seedling starts to grow plant out in June 30cm apart

Keep rows 30cm apart

- Seeds need warm temperatures to germinate so do not be tempted to start sowing too early if you live in a cooler climate.

- Water regularly and mulch to retain moisture

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Harvest

Cut just above soil level when they are nicely rounded

 

Varieties

Finale, Romanesco, Victorio, Zefa Fino