An old traditional variety of Fennel which is best used for later summer sowings when bolting is not normally a problem. Tall stems and feathery foliage, this fennel is grown for its swollen bulb . With a mild aniseed flavour  and a texture similar to celery, both the bulb and leaves can be used.
 
When to Sow: Apr - Jul
 
HOW TO SOW FLORENCE FENNEL :
Sow Direct  - in a prepared seed bed very thinly in stations sowing a few seeds every 25cm. cover with   2cm of soil. Thin the seedlings to a single seedling maintaining 25cm spacing as soon as they are large enough to handle. Do not like root disturbance so thinnigs will need to go on the compost heap.  
 
Classification: Hardy Annual
Germination Time: 1 week
Flowering Time:Sep- Oct
 
Site: Full Sun/ Partial Sun
Soil Type: Will grow in most soils
Soil Acidity: All Types
Moisture: Well drained
Care: Keep well watered  - prone to bolting iftoo dry. Gradually build up the earth around the swollen stems to preserve the white colour and sweet flavour.
Use: Edible Harvest: Leaves can be harvested from July onwards and bulb from Sep onwards. Eat as soon as possible after picking as flavour is lost with age.
 
Days to Maturity:  140 Days
Feed:Manure
Plant Spacing:  25cm