Fennel - Foeniculum vulgare Fennel plant

Edible

Aromatic

Enhance your gardening experience with our Fennel Plant (Foeniculum vulgare), perfect for container gardening in the UK. This aromatic herb adds flavour and beauty to any garden.

Ideal for container growth
Easy to cultivate
Aromatic and flavorful
Beautiful feathery foliage
Suitable for UK climate

Grow this versatile fennel plant to elevate your home garden's visual appeal and savour the fresh taste of homegrown herbs. Explore more in our herb plants collection.

Indoor/Outdoor

Easy to Grow

All Year Round

Harvest Time: 4-6 Weeks

Details

Fennel is prized for its feathery foliage and distinctive anise-like flavour. It thrives in sunny locations and is perfect for garden beds, containers, and herb gardens.

Grows best in full sun and well-drained soil
Ideal for garden beds, containers, and herb gardens
Produces feathery foliage with a unique, anise-like flavour
Perfect for culinary use, especially in salads, seafood dishes, and as a garnish

What's Included

Pots: Get big, ready-to-grow plants in 9cm pots. Plant them in your garden or larger pots right away. They're bigger and stronger than plug plants. Pre-fed and watered for healthier plants from the start.

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Care Information

Sunlight	Full sun
Position	Sheltered
Soil	Free-draining soil
Planting Time	Spring
Moisture	Moist
Hardiness	Hardy
Growth Rate	Medium
Spacing	30cm
Height and Spread	200cm x 60cm
Annual or Perennial	Perennial

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Plant Information

How To Plant

Plant Care

Fennel is perfect for adding a unique taste to your dishes, thriving in the sun and producing feathery green foliage from spring to autumn.

Grows best in full sun and well-drained soil
Perfect for garden beds, containers, and herb gardens
Produces feathery green foliage with an aniseed-like flavour
Great for culinary use, especially in salads, soups, and fish dishes

Fennel is perfect for adding a unique taste to your dishes, thriving in the sun and producing feathery green foliage from spring to autumn.

Grows best in full sun and well-drained soil
Perfect for garden beds, containers, and herb gardens
Produces feathery green foliage with an aniseed-like flavour
Great for culinary use, especially in salads, soups, and fish dishes

Planting Time:	All Year Round
Sunlight & Positioning:	Full Sun
Where to Plant:	Garden Beds - Pots - Containers
Growing Location:	Garden - Patio - Balcony - Windowsill

Planting Time:	All Year Round
Sunlight & Positioning:	Full Sun
Where to Plant:	Garden Beds - Pots - Containers
Growing Location:	Garden - Patio - Balcony - Windowsill

Choose a sunny, sheltered area for Fennel, whether in the garden or in pots or containers. Keep them well-watered and ensure the soil is fertile and well-drained.

Fennel plants need warmth and sun, so choose a sunny spot with good direct sunlight
Add compost or organic matter to soil before planting to provide nutrients and structure
Use pots at least 20cm wide with drainage holes and quality compost if container growing
Water well both before and after planting; space plants adequately to avoid overcrowding

Choose a sunny, sheltered area for Fennel, whether in the garden or in pots or containers. Keep them well-watered and ensure the soil is fertile and well-drained.

Fennel plants need warmth and sun, so choose a sunny spot with good direct sunlight
Add compost or organic matter to soil before planting to provide nutrients and structure
Use pots at least 20cm wide with drainage holes and quality compost if container growing
Water well both before and after planting; space plants adequately to avoid overcrowding

Choose the Right Spot:	A sunny location with plenty of direct sunlight
Prepare the Soil:	Loosen soil and mix in compost or organic matter
Planting:	Plant level with the soil and firm soil down around the plant
Spacing:	Space plants about 20-30cm apart for good air circulation

Choose the Right Spot:	A sunny location with plenty of direct sunlight
Prepare the Soil:	Loosen soil and mix in compost or organic matter
Planting:	Plant level with the soil and firm soil down around the plant
Spacing:	Space plants about 20-30cm apart for good air circulation

Fennel grows robustly and produces an abundance of feathery green foliage. With good light and minimal care, you’ll soon be enjoying a plentiful harvest for your culinary needs.

Water regularly during the first growing season to establish roots. Once established, water only during dry periods
Trim the leaves regularly to encourage fresh growth and prevent bolting
Check for pests like aphids; treat with soapy water and remove any unhealthy leaves
Harvest leaves and bulbs regularly for culinary use; use fresh or dry for later use

Fennel grows robustly and produces an abundance of feathery green foliage. With good light and minimal care, you’ll soon be enjoying a plentiful harvest for your culinary needs.

Water regularly during the first growing season to establish roots. Once established, water only during dry periods
Trim the leaves regularly to encourage fresh growth and prevent bolting
Check for pests like aphids; treat with soapy water and remove any unhealthy leaves
Harvest leaves and bulbs regularly for culinary use; use fresh or dry for later use

Sunlight and Position:	Needs 4-6 hours of direct sunlight daily
Watering and Feeding:	Water regularly, especially in hot weather
Support and Pruning:	Pinch off the tops to encourage bushier growth
Harvesting:	Mulch around plants to retain moisture and suppress weeds

Sunlight and Position:	Needs 4-6 hours of direct sunlight daily
Watering and Feeding:	Water regularly, especially in hot weather
Support and Pruning:	Pinch off the tops to encourage bushier growth
Harvesting:	Mulch around plants to retain moisture and suppress weeds