Similar in appearance to dill, with an attractive bronze cast to its foliage. Bronze fennel does not form a bulb.
Growing Tips
Enrich the soil with aged compost/manure. Keep well watered through 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.
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.
Herb Attributes
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Harvest |
Harvest leaves any time after plant is 1 foot tall. |
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Position |
Part to Full Sun |
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Height |
1.8m |
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Lifespan |
Perennial |