Fennel Seeds, Bronze
Close-up Bronze Fennel on a tan background.
Large pile of Bronze Fennel
Bronze Fennel on a white background.
Fennel Seeds, Bronze
Close-up Bronze Fennel on a tan background.
Large pile of Bronze Fennel
Bronze Fennel on a white background.

Fennel Seeds,
Bronze

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Description

Very decorative bronze-hued lacy foliage. Its unusual color makes a striking accent plant, a sophisticated addition to salads, and an elegant garnish. Seeds may, of course, be used like those of any fennel.

Growing Tips: Sow in place in mid-spring in rich soil, barely covering seeds. Keep soil uniformly moist throughout the life of the crop. Self-sows in favorable conditions.

Plant Details

Botanical Name
Foeniculum vulgare
Life Cycle
Perennial
Sun Requirement
6–12 hr.
Days to Germinate
7–14
Days to Maturity
65–90
Planting Depth
¼ in.
Plant Spacing
12 in.
Ideal Temperature
60–70°F
Frost Hardy
Yes

When to Grow

Sow bronze fennel in place in mid-spring in rich soil, barely covering the seed with 1/8 to 1/4 inch of soil, and keep the soil uniformly moist. Germination takes 7 to 14 days at a germination temperature of 68 to 85 F. The long taproot dislikes disturbance, so do not let plants become root bound, and plants reach maturity in 65 to 90 days. Unlike the bulbing fennels, this one is grown for its foliage and is a frost-hardy perennial in zones 5 through 9; it self-sows in favorable conditions.

How to Sow and Plant

  • Seeds will germinate in 7-10 days.
  • They can be direct sown or transplanted. (Be aware that the long taproot dislikes disturbance, so don't let them become root bound!)
  • Surface sow seeds and cover with 1/8-1/4 inch soil.
  • Ideal germination temperature is 68-85 F.

How to Grow

  • Fennel prefers full sun and well-drained soil.
  • Sow 2 inches apart, and thin seedlings to 6-8 inches apart.

PESTS/SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS

  • There are no significant pests of fennel.
  • If you choose to grow fennel for its large, swollen stems, be sure to choose the Florence variety. When the bulb is about the size of a golf ball, blanch the stems by hilling up the soil around the bulb.

How to Save Seeds

  • Fennel requires 1/2 mile isolation from other fennel varieties or dill, otherwise it will become cross pollinated!
  • If you do not have space to isolate, try a bagging or caging technique and hand pollinate.
  • Collecting seeds is easy: simply allow seed heads to turn brown and dry, then cut the stalks and place in a paper bag and shake the seeds free.
  • Store in a cool, dry place out of direct sunlight.

FAQ

What is bronze fennel used for?

Its very decorative, bronze-hued lacy foliage makes a striking accent plant, a sophisticated addition to salads, and an elegant garnish. The seeds may be used like those of any fennel.

Does it come back each year?

It is listed as a perennial for zones 5 to 9 and is frost hardy. It also self-sows in favorable conditions.

Will it cross with my other fennel or dill?

It will cross with other fennel. Fennel is insect-pollinated and outcrossing, so saving true seed means isolating from other fennel varieties, including bulbing fennel and any wild or feral fennel, by about half a mile; otherwise cage the plants and hand pollinate. Dill is a different genus and will not cross with fennel.
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