Florence Fennel Seeds

Approximately 250 open-pollinated, non-gmo, pesticide-free, and heirloom Florence fennel seeds (Foeniculum vulgare) per packet. Called finocchio in Italian. Great for fresh eating and cutting into salads, grilling, roasting, and dishes. Perennial herb with feathery leaves. Prefers rich soils. Seeds are also used in herbal medicine recipes. Direct sow 0.25 in deep when temps reach around 65F. Space 12 in apart in full sun. Or start indoors 4 weeks before last frost in peat pots. Keep soil around 65-70F to germinate. Harden and transplant after last frost. Keep plant moist in well drained soil. Can mulch around plant. Plant away from other garden plants. Reaches peak maturity when bulb diameter reaches 4 in.