Mr. Fothergill's - Fennel Seeds

Mr Fothergills Fennel Garden Herb Seeds

Mr Fothergill's fennel seeds produce a hardy perennial herb plant that can be grown in pots outdoors. Its leaves, stems & seeds can all be harvested for a tasty addition to your cooking. Fennel leaves have a mild aniseed flavour and taste great in salads or as a garnish. Its seeds & stems have a stronger flavour; the stems can be cooked or eaten raw and the seeds are ideal for use in pickles & sauces.

Sow outdoors between March-May & they will typically be ready to Harvest between June-October.

Key Information:

• Avg. 250 seeds per pack
• Hardy perennial
• Can be grown in pots
• Mild aniseed flavour
• Great as a garnish
• Leaves, seeds & stems can all be harvested
• Leaves have a mild flavour, seeds & stems are stronger

Advice & Tips:

• Sow outdoors where they will crop
• Seedlings usually appear within 7-21 days
• Thin to 30cm apart
• Water well until established
• Keep moist & weed free
• Plants can be kept smaller by pinching back regularly
• Harvest leaves & stems as required
• Harvest ripe seeds once they have turned brown

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