Fennel Bronze

Foeniculum vulgare var. rubrum

Fennel Bronze is similar in appearance to dill with an attractive bronze cast to its lacy foliage. This 'Bronze' fennel does not form a bulb.

Growing Tips: Enrich soil with mature compost. Keep well watered through maturity allowing soil surface to dry between watering. Cut back to the ground at the end of the season after seeds have formed. Fennel has a long tap root which should not be disturbed after planting.

Position: Part to Full Sun

Height: 1.8m

Lifespan: Perennial

Use: Chopped leaves are excellent in soups, salads and stews. Makes a nice garnish. The leaves are great with fish and can be used to stuff the cavity of a whole fish or to wrap fillets.

Harvest: Harvest leaves any time after plant is 1 foot tall.