Fennel - Foeniculum vulgare
Full sun.
Jul–Sep depending on sowing time.
Mar–May outdoors after risk of frost.
40–60cm height; 30–50cm spread.
Overview
A fragrant crop grown for crisp bulbs and feathery leaves. Grow in full sun and water regularly so bulbs swell without splitting. Fennel is excellent roasted, shaved raw into salads, or cooked with fish and pasta dishes.- Vegetable Type: Fennel
- Key Characteristic: Reliable crop suited to UK gardens with good flavour and productivity.
- Hardiness: Hardy (tolerates normal UK winter conditions).
PLANTING ADVICE
Plant in fertile, well-drained soil in a sunny position. Suitable for ground or containers depending on space.
- Outdoor cultivation
Best grown outdoors in well-prepared soil in full sun or light shade depending on crop.
- Greenhouse cultivation
Greenhouse cultivation not essential.
CARE & HARVEST
Keep soil moist and weed free.
- Watering: Water during dry periods to keep plants healthy and productive.
- Feeding: Apply a balanced fertiliser in spring to support healthy growth.
- Cutting and prunning: Remove any damaged or diseased growth as needed.
- Harvesting: Harvest when produce reaches full size and colour for the best flavour and texture.
- Pest and diseases: Monitor regularly for pests and remove affected growth promptly.
Verve recommends...
- Harvest little and often to keep plants productive and performing at their best.