Bowood Farms
4605 Olive Street
Saint Louis, Missouri 63108

314 · 454 · 6868

Foeniculum vulgare

Foeniculum vulgare (Fennel)

Fennel

Small yellow flowers on compound umbels followed by edible seeds late summer/fall. Deep green leaves pinnately divided into feathery segments have anise flavor.

Growing & Maintenance Tips
Needs well-drained soil in full sun. This is a culinary herb whose leaves, seeds and bulbous base are all edible.


Plant Type
Herb

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Bloom Color
Yellow

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Foliage Color
Feathery Green


Height
2-3 Feet


Spread
1-2 Inches


USDA Hardiness Zone
6


Patented
No

Fernleaf Dill

Anethum graveolens

(Fernleaf Dill 'Fernleaf')

Characteristics & Attributes

Exposure
Sun
Soil Moisture Preference
Medium
Bloom Color
Yellow
Season of Interest (Flowering)
August
September
Attributes
Cut Flower
Patio Container Pots
Balcony Pots
Fragrance