Heirloom Seeds - Fennel (Florence)

An ultimate root to bloomer, that can be used for all of its bulb, stem and leaves, and seed, which are an important spice. Bulb has white flesh which discolours less than other varieties when cooked, while stem and leaves has a strong celery flavour. Will grow well into cold weather, with the cold helping to covert the starches into sugars.

When to Plant

Zone 1: October - December and March - May

Zone 2: September - December and April - June

Zone 3: March - October

Zone 4: May - July

SoilAdd organic matter before planting to improve fertility and ability to hold water.

Soil pH Level5.8-6.8

PositionFull sun to part shade in a well-drained soil. Dont plant near carrots.

How to PlantSoak the seeds prior to planting to aid germination. The seeds should be propagated in seed trays prior to transplanting. Celeriac is slow to germinate so dont grow despondent if you dont see growth even after two weeks.

Spacing30-40cm

Depth0.5-1cm

Approximate no. of seeds160-180

**Shipping - Not to Western Australia**