Fennel

Foeniculum vulgare

easy outdoor ✗ Toxic to pets

💧 Watering

Every 1–2 weeks once established

☀️ Light

Full sun, 6+ hours

💦 Humidity

Low to average

🌡️ Temperature

60–80°F (15–27°C)

🪏 Soil

Well-draining average soil

✨ Fertilizing

Monthly in growing season

🪴 Repotting

Annual — direct sow

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About Fennel

Anise-flavored herb with feathery foliage and yellow flowers. Both the bulb and leaves are edible.

Care tips

  • Keep away from dill — they cross-pollinate
  • Attracts swallowtail butterfly larvae
  • Plant in its own spot — inhibits growth of many vegetables

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