Common Fennel (Foeniculum vulgare)

1 healthy plant in a 1 Litre pot sent in plastic-free packaging, grown for its fine, aromatic foliage and bulbous stem base that brings sweet anise flavour to both kitchen and garden.

Short-lived perennial (often grown as annual) | Height 60-120cm (flowers can go much taller above 2m!) | Full sun | Edible bulbs, leaves, and seeds | Dual-purpose, ornamental edible

Common Fennel is an elegant, upright herb with soft, feathery green foliage and swollen, pale-green bulb bases that develop at the base of the stems. It grows quickly through spring and summer, forming a tidy clump that works equally well in herb gardens, veg beds, or mixed borders. Tall flower stalks with yellow umbels appear in late summer, drawing pollinators and beneficial insects.

The flavour is sweet, mild, and unmistakably anise-like. The leaves make a fragrant garnish for fish, stews, and sauces. You can also collect the seeds once mature to use in baking or spice blends – either green or dried.

Fennel is easy to grow in well-drained soil and full sun. Its deep taproot helps condition the soil, and the foliage creates gentle shade for neighbouring plants. Fresh, aromatic, and highly versatile, fennel is a garden classic with real kitchen value.

Delivery Information

All plants are carefully packed and sent in plastic-free packaging to protect both the plant and the environment. Plants are dispatched promptly so they arrive fresh, healthy, and ready to plant.

We ship orders using a tracked 24-hour delivery service, helping to minimise time in transit and reduce stress on the plant. Orders are packed by hand at the nursery, and we aim to dispatch early in the week to avoid delays over weekends.

If you have any questions about delivery timing or combining orders, please get in touch before ordering and we will be happy to help.

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